Casablanca (French Release Poster)
Graphic Art; Movie Poster on paper, likely linen-backed • Studio of Warner Bros. (design), with subsequent signatures by Humphrey Bogart (posthumous/autopen?), Ingrid Bergman, and Paul Henreid.
Style & Movement
Hollywood Golden Age / Film Noir graphic style
Medium & Technique
Lithography/Offset printing with hand-signed ink signatures
Creation Period
Original film released in 1942; poster likely a later high-quality reproduction or 1980s commemorative release given the 1986 dating of signatures.
Dimensions & Format
Standard 'Affiche' size; vertical portrait orientation (approx. 24 x 36 inches).
Subject Description
Portraits of Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman in a romantic embrace, set against the title 'Casablanca' in stylized red script. Includes billing for Paul Henreid, Claude Rains, and Sidney Greenstreet.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; visible signatures and ink dating from 1986 suggest a commemorative or collector's piece. Frame shows light wear.
Estimated Market Value
$1,000 - $3,000 (Highly dependent on authentication of the signatures)
Auction Estimate
$800 - $2,500
Provenance History
Signs of being a collector's item with a vintage receipt or certificate attached to the bottom right corner dated 1984/1986.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the enduring legacy of one of cinema's most iconic films. The French language version adds international appeal and a specific aesthetic preferred by many cinephiles.
Notable Features
Handwritten signatures and dates (Jan 24, 1986) over the character portraits; inclusion of an original studio sales receipt/slip at bottom right dated 1984.
Condition Issues
Slight fading of colors due to UV exposure; paper may have minor creases or acid yellowing restricted by the frame.
Conservation Recommendations
Reframing with archival mount and UV-protective museum glass is recommended to prevent further fading of the ink signatures.
Collector Notes
Movie poster