Charles Gesmar (1900–1928) was a French illustrator and poster artist best known for his vibrant and elegant Art Deco–style work during the 1920s. Though his career was tragically short, he left a lasting impact on the visual culture of French popular entertainment, particularly through his posters for the famous singer and performer Mistinguett, who was one of the biggest stars of the Parisian music halls.
Gesmar’s designs are celebrated for their bold colors, refined line work, and dramatic compositions. He combined the flair of theatricality with the sleek stylization of Art Deco, helping to define the visual identity of Parisian cabarets and revues in the interwar years. His posters often featured glamorous, idealized figures, exotic costumes, and a sense of luxurious movement, capturing the fantasy and energy of the time.
In addition to Mistinguett, Gesmar created posters for other performers, revues, and venues, contributing to the thriving nightlife and entertainment scene of 1920s Paris. Unfortunately, he died at the young age of 28 from pneumonia, cutting short what might have been an even more illustrious career.
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| Woman with a Swan, circa 1921 |
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| Cherry liqueur, 1921 |
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| Leslie, Casino de Paris, 1922 |
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| Mistinguett, Casino de Paris, 1922 |
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| Mistinguett, Casino de Paris, 1922 |
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| Spinelly, 1922 |
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| L'Amour au Clair de Lune-Fox Blues-sheet music, circa 1924 |
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| Leslie, 1924 |
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| Mistinguett, Moulin Rouge, 1924 |
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| Theatre Magazine, August 1924 |
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| Bonjour Paris-Revue du Casino de Paris, 1925 |
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| Elvire Popesco, 1925 |
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| Gilda Gray, 1925 |
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| Guy Sarlin, 1925 |
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| Mistinguett-jewels, 1925 |
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| Mistinguett, 1925 |
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| Mitty et Tillio, 1925 |
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| Barbette, 1926 |
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| Diane Belli et Gaston Gerlys, 1926 |
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| Marion Forde, 1926 |
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| Mistinguett, Moulin Rouge, 1926 |
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| Theater des Westens, 1926 |
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| Theatre des Westens, Die Revue Der Zug, 1926 |
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| Mistinguett, 1927 |
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| Bal des Petits Lits Blancs, 1928 |
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| Doriane, circa 1920s |
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| Elle ressemble à sa Mère, circa 1920s |
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| Moulin Rouge Music-Hall, circa 1920s |
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| Moulin Rouge, Mistinguett, circa 1920s |
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| Rougemont-Mistinguett, circa 1920s |
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