Original screenprint poster printed for Editions Cartes d’Art, SPADEM*

Printed in 1990 for Editions Cartes d’Art, this poster reproduces Cocteau’s Astrologie from a limited edition, making it a highly collectible example of his late graphic work. The composition—featuring crescent moons, concentric circles, and simplified profile motifs—translates his emblematic celestial symbolism into a bold, abstracted graphic form. These signs operate as metaphorical rather than literal astrology, reflecting Cocteau’s ongoing interest in mapping identity, psyche, and myth through line and form.

Screenprint as a medium preserves the precision and clarity of his hand-drawn designs, while the signature in plate ensures the artist’s authorship is embedded directly in the print. It is a standout example of late 20th‑century French graphic art, bridging fine art, poster culture, and the enduring appeal of Cocteau’s visionary imagery.

*SPADEM (Société de la Propriété Artistique et des Dessins et Modèles) was a French copyright society active from the 1950s–1990s that managed artists’ reproduction rights. A SPADEM stamp or in plate signature indicates the work was authorised, ensuring authenticity and connection to the artist’s estate or publisher.