L'arche de Noé, film de Henry Jacques 1946

This original 1946 French cinema poster illustrated by Albert Dubout was created for the film L’Arche de Noé, directed by Henry Jacques. Produced shortly after the Second World War, the poster reflects the vibrant resurgence of French cinema and graphic humour in the immediate postwar period. This example is an affiche en deux panneaux (two-panel poster) — a format often used for larger theatrical displays.

Renowned for his exuberant caricatural style, Albert Dubout (1905–1976) was one of France’s most celebrated illustrators, famous for his humorous drawings, crowded comic scenes, and sharp social observation. In this composition, his distinctive wit animates a lively procession of characters rushing toward the ark, combining playful satire with theatrical energy. The expressive figures, exaggerated gestures, and bright colour palette are typical of Dubout’s instantly recognisable graphic language.

The poster advertises a film featuring Pierre Brasseur with dialogues by Jacques Prévert, one of France’s most influential poets and screenwriters. Prévert’s involvement adds cultural significance, linking the production to the poetic realism and literary sophistication characteristic of French cinema of the era.

Printed in a large two-sheet format, this poster was intended for prominent cinema display, enhancing its visual impact. Today, it is valued both as a collectible piece of French film history and as an example of Dubout’s masterful humorous illustration. It is referenced in poster literature as Choko PP32, confirming its recognised place within the corpus of French cinematic posters.

Original Poster

Cinema - Advertising - Caricature - France

Two-panel poster - With Pierre Brasseur, dialogues by Jacques Prévert - Ref: Choko PP32

Printed by French cinematography in Paris

Good condition, with traces of original creases