Original 1954 French advertising poster for the Loterie Nationale, illustrated and signed by GAD (Claude Gadoud, 1905–1991). Bright, playful artwork shows Little Red Riding Hood and the Big Bad Wolf with the witty line “Je lui porte un pot de miel, une galette et un billet de la… LOTERIE NATIONALE.”
Artist: GAD (Claude Gadoud), signed
Year: 1954
Size: 23.6 × 15.7 in (60 × 40 cm)
Printing: Lithograph on paper; printer: Le Bélier (France)
Margin note (verso): “À afficher du 28 janvier au 3 février 1954”
Condition: A- (fine) — tiny handling/edge touches; vivid colour; presents cleanly. Paste-over display dates are printed on the reverse (28 Jan–3 Feb 1954).
Authenticity: Original vintage printing (not a reproduction). Certificate of Authenticity included.
Story & significance The Loterie Nationale commissioned top illustrators to create memorable posters in the 1930s–50s. GAD’s charming Little Red Riding Hood theme adds a humorous twist: even the wolf is tempted by the lottery ticket in her basket. The bold shapes, sunny yellow halo, and modern lettering make this a standout for kids’ rooms, nurseries, and mid-century collectors.
Shipping & guarantee Ships rolled in a heavy-duty archival tube, fully insured. We guarantee authenticity and pack with care; a signed COA is included.
