Lot # 65 - 'The discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie' Movie Poster

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 25-Mar-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 01-Apr-2026 8:06:00 PM
Current bid:

$26.00

Highest bidder:

Mh99701

Auction has ended

Description :

“The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie” Movie Poster

A sophisticated, surreal vintage‑style movie poster for Luis Buñuel’s “The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie” (1972), one of the director’s most celebrated works and a landmark of satirical, dream‑logic cinema. This decorative reprint captures the film’s witty, absurdist tone with bold imagery and striking minimalist design.

Description

The poster features an unforgettable surreal illustration: a pair of elegant women’s legs in high heels emerging from beneath a bowler hat—an image that perfectly reflects Buñuel’s playful critique of social rituals and upper‑class pretensions. The beige background and crisp red‑and‑black typography give the piece a refined European art‑house aesthetic. Prominent critical praise and award recognition emphasize the film’s international acclaim.

Credits Highlighted on Poster

  • Directed by Luis Buñuel

  • Starring Fernando Rey, Paul Frankeur, Delphine Seyrig, Bulle Ogier, Stéphane Audran, Jean‑Pierre Cassel

  • Guest appearance by Michel Piccoli

  • Screenplay by Luis Buñuel & Jean‑Claude Carrière

  • Produced by Serge Silberman

  • A 20th Century‑Fox release

  • Rated PG

Condition & Notes

  • Poster appears clean and well‑preserved based on the provided image

  • Visible creases, please see in photos

  • Unframed


Dimensions : 27 in W x 41 in H

Auction History

Highest bidder is Mh99701

Date Bid User
01-Apr-2026 8:02:12 PM $26.00 Mh99701
01-Apr-2026 8:02:12 PM $26.00 Cory
01-Apr-2026 8:02:04 PM $25.00 Mh99701
01-Apr-2026 8:02:04 PM $24.00 Cory
01-Apr-2026 7:59:33 PM $22.00 Mh99701
01-Apr-2026 7:59:19 PM $21.00 Cory
01-Apr-2026 7:59:19 PM $21.00 Mh99701
01-Apr-2026 8:32:00 AM $16.00 Cory
25-Mar-2026 11:37:01 AM $5.00 lotwinner

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