Cognac Monnet 1927 Art Deco Sun in a Glass Vintage Art Print

In the whimsical and bold tradition of 1920s French advertising, Leonetto Cappiello’s iconic cognac monnet art print captures the spirit of the Jazz Age through a dancing figure and radiant light. The composition centers on a woman in a flowing, fringed red dress, her hair swept back as she holds aloft a glass of amber brandy. From the glass, a brilliant yellow sun erupts in swirling rays of gold, contrasting sharply against the deep midnight-black background. The typography at the base, “du soleil dans un verre,” translates to “sun in a glass,” summarizing the warmth and energy of the piece.

This artwork evokes the glamour of Parisian nightlife during the Roaring Twenties, where advertising was elevated to a high art form. It carries a sense of joyful abandon and sophisticated indulgence, celebrating the artisanal craftsmanship of French brandy through a lens of pure fantasy. Looking at it, one feels the hum of a crowded bistro and the warmth of a shared drink, making it more than a mere advertisement—it is a piece of cultural history that celebrates the lighter side of life.

Those drawn to art deco advertising posters will recognise the appeal here, much as they would in our retro bar wall art.