Dionis Gran Spumante 1920 by Plinio Codognato | Vintage Italian Sparkling Wine Advertising Poster

Dionis Gran Spumante – A Colorful Italian Wine Poster by Plinio Codognato

Celebrate the theatrical spirit and sophistication of vintage Italian advertising with Dionis Gran Spumante, a striking 1920 sparkling-wine poster by renowned illustrator Plinio Codognato. Created for the Società Italiana Vini Superiori of Casale Monferrato, this dramatic composition combines Italian wine culture, masked theater, and bold early Art Deco design.

Set against an uninterrupted black background, a jubilant Harlequin-inspired performer presents Dionis sparkling wine with the animated flourish of a stage entertainer. His black mask, white ruffled collar, expressive pose, and vividly patterned costume evoke the celebrated characters of Italy’s Commedia dell’Arte tradition.

The performer’s suit is constructed from brilliant geometric patches of red, green, yellow, white, and deep burgundy. He appears beside an oversized bottle of Dionis Extra while balancing another bottle and serving dish above his shoulder, turning the advertised wine into the centerpiece of a lively theatrical spectacle.

Large golden-yellow lettering curves across the top of the poster, while the name of the Società Italiana Vini Superiori and its Casale Monferrato location anchors the bottom. The stark contrast, simplified forms, energetic pose, and bold geometric patterning give the artwork a memorable Art Deco-era appearance.

This museum-grade reproduction makes a sophisticated statement in a dining room, wine cellar, tasting room, kitchen, restaurant, bar, lounge, home theater, or Italian-inspired gallery wall. It is an exceptional choice for collectors of vintage wine advertising, sparkling-wine art, Italian graphic design, and theatrical posters.

Why Collectors Love This Print

• Created in 1920 by Italian artist Plinio Codognato
• Historic advertisement for Dionis Gran Spumante
• Colorful Harlequin-inspired theatrical character
• Strong connection to Italy’s Commedia dell’Arte
• Dramatic oversized sparkling-wine bottle
• Bold red, green, yellow, white, and black palette
• Distinctive Art Deco-era geometric styling
• Original Italian advertising typography
• Ideal for wine cellars, restaurants, and bars
• Available in multiple premium display formats

Available Print & Display Options

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

Choose an unframed print for flexible presentation or select one of our ready-to-display canvas, framed, or metal options for a finished statement piece.

Artwork Details

• Title: Dionis Gran Spumante
• Artist: Plinio Codognato
• Date: 1920
• Country of Origin: Italy
• Language: Italian
• Advertiser: Società Italiana Vini Superiori
• Location: Casale Monferrato, Italy
• Subject: Sparkling wine, Harlequin, Italian theater, and celebration
• Style: Art Deco-era Italian advertising
• Primary Colors: Black, yellow, red, green, white, and burgundy
• Orientation: Portrait
• Recommended Décor: Dining room, wine cellar, tasting room, kitchen, restaurant, bar, lounge, or entertainment room

Disclaimer

This artwork is a Museum Grade Reproduction of a Historical advertising poster.

Colors, cropping, scale, and fine details may vary slightly depending on the selected size, material, and display format.

Yesterday’s Poster is an independent reproduction-art retailer and is not affiliated with Plinio Codognato, Dionis, Società Italiana Vini Superiori, or any company, winery, printer, or organization represented in the historical artwork.