1888 Skobeleff Hippodrome by Jules Cheret Russian Mikhail Skobelev Belle Epoch Cruises The lottery draw was on

The lottery draw was on October 9

This vintage original poster has a few pin holes near the top and bottom edges

forms the backdrop for a couple small farms visible in the foreground

William Linzee

1888 Skobeleff Hippodrome by Jules Cheret Russian Mikhail Skobelev Belle Epoch Cruises The lottery draw was onDate: c. 1888 Artist: Cheret, Jules Size (in): 47. 5 x 34. 5 Size (cm): 120. 5 x 87 Condition: B Linen backed: Yes This 19th century French Belle poque theatrical poster for the Hippodrome of Paris was designed by Jules Chret who is often referred to as the father of the modern poster. This poster depicts the Russian White General Mikhail Skobeleff (Skobelev) whose exploits in the Russo Turkish War of 1877 1878 were the subject of a spectacular and