This original 1899 illustrated menu for Champagne Moët & Chandon captures the refined beauty of the Belle Époque, brought to life by the unmistakable hand of Alphonse Mucha, master of Art Nouveau.
Commissioned by the prestigious champagne house for a high-society event, the design features a graceful woman draped in flowing robes, delicately holding a coupe of champagne. Framed by organic floral motifs and an arched halo bearing the words “Moët et Chandon”, she radiates serenity and sophistication — a perfect visual metaphor for the elegance of the brand.
Rendered in soft tones of green, gold, and rose, the vertical composition along the left edge leaves space for handwritten or printed menu details on the right. The text “Menu” in stylized Art Nouveau typography and “Champagne Moët & Chandon” subtly adorn the blank space, maintaining the poster’s refined harmony.
Created during the height of Mucha’s fame in Paris, this menu reflects the commercial and artistic synergy of the time, when advertising was elevated to fine art. Mucha’s work for luxury brands like Moët & Chandon played a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity of French consumer culture at the turn of the century.
A rare and delicate collector’s item, this menu is more than ephemera — it is a preserved moment of visual poetry and celebration, linking the golden age of champagne with the golden age of illustration.
Illustrated Menu
Alcohol - Gastronomy
Printed in lithography by F. Champenois in Paris
Good condition, slight soiling
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