Cognac Monnet c.1927 by Leonetto Cappiello | Vintage French Cognac Advertising Poster

Cognac Monnet – “Du Soleil Dans un Verre” by Leonetto Cappiello

Celebrate the golden age of French advertising with Cognac Monnet, an extraordinary 1927 vintage advertising poster by Leonetto Cappiello, one of the most influential masters of early 20th-century commercial poster art.

Created for the historic French cognac house Monnet, this exuberant composition embodies the famous advertising phrase “Du soleil dans un verre” — “Sunshine in a glass.” Against Cappiello's signature deep black background, an elegant woman in a flowing red dress appears almost weightless as she carries an enormous glass of glowing amber cognac.

From the glass erupts a spectacular golden burst resembling both sunlight and flowing hair, visually transforming the warmth and color of cognac into radiant sunshine. The woman's windswept black hair, oversized amber jewelry, sweeping red-and-pink dress, and graceful pose create a remarkable sense of movement and celebration.

Cappiello was famous for creating instantly recognizable advertising images using a single dramatic figure isolated against a dark background. Cognac Monnet is a superb example of that approach. Rather than simply illustrating a bottle, he created a visual metaphor for the product itself—the rich golden color and warmth of cognac becoming sunshine captured inside a glass.

Bold yellow typography anchors the bottom of the composition with COGNAC MONNET, while the delicate coral-red slogan above provides a sophisticated contrast to the dramatic central figure. The result is elegant, theatrical, and unmistakably French.

With its brilliant combination of Art Deco-era glamour, French café culture, vintage spirits advertising, and Cappiello's celebrated graphic style, this reproduction makes an exceptional statement piece for home bars, dining rooms, kitchens, lounges, restaurants, wine rooms, offices, and sophisticated entertaining spaces.

Why Collectors Love This Print

• Original artwork by Leonetto Cappiello
• Iconic 1927 French cognac advertisement
• Famous “Du soleil dans un verre” imagery
• Elegant Jazz Age female figure
• Brilliant golden cognac and sunlight motif
• Dramatic signature black background
• Rich red, gold and amber color palette
• Classic French beverage advertising
• Exceptional Art Deco-era decorative appeal
• Highly distinctive Cappiello composition

Available Print & Display Options

Available in multiple sizes and premium display formats, including:

• Fine Art Prints
• Framed Fine Art Prints
• Gallery-Wrapped Canvas
• Black Floater Frame Canvas
• White Floater Frame Canvas
• Brown Floater Frame Canvas
• Natural Floater Frame Canvas
• Metal Prints

Each reproduction is made to order using high-resolution printing designed to preserve the rich black background, glowing amber cognac, brilliant golden highlights, vivid reds, delicate illustration details, and elegant character of the original poster.

Artwork Details

Title: Cognac Monnet – Du Soleil Dans un Verre
Artist: Leonetto Cappiello
Date: 1927
Advertiser: Cognac Monnet
Country: France
Style: Vintage Advertising / Art Deco-Era Poster Art
Subject: Cognac / French Spirits Advertising
Era: 1920s / Jazz Age
Primary Colors: Black, Gold, Amber, Red, Pink
Orientation: Vertical / Portrait

Disclaimer

This artwork is a reproduction of a historical advertising poster and is offered solely for its artistic, historical, decorative, and collectible value. Yesterday’s Posters is an independent seller of reproduction wall art and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, authorized by, or endorsed by Cognac Monnet or any current trademark or rights holder. All trademarks, logos, brand names, and advertising elements depicted remain the property of their respective owners and are reproduced only as integral elements of the original historical artwork. No affiliation, sponsorship, or endorsement is implied.