Tanis l'Or des pharaons - Grand Palais 1987

This striking original exhibition poster was published in 1987 to promote one of the most iconic Egyptology exhibitions of the decade: Tanis, L’Or des Pharaons, held at the Grand Palais in Paris from March 26 to July 20. Organized by the Association Française d’Action Artistique, this event unveiled to the French public the dazzling treasures unearthed from the ancient necropolis of Tanis, Egypt’s northern royal city.

At the heart of the poster is the luminous gold funerary mask of Psusennes I, an artifact often compared in splendor to the treasures of Tutankhamun. The minimalist black background elevates the mask's majesty, emphasizing its timeless design and glowing material—true testimony to the craftsmanship and symbolism of Egypt's 21st Dynasty.

More than a simple promotional print, this original poster has become a collector’s piece for lovers of archaeology, ancient Egypt, and museum ephemera. A rare relic from a golden era of blockbuster exhibitions in Paris.

Perfect for framing, and a stunning tribute to the eternal fascination with the mystery and opulence of the Pharaohs.

Exhibition - Egypt

Funerary mask of King Psusennes - Photo: Henri Stierlin

Printed by Moderne du Lion in Paris

Good condition, slight creases