Adolfo 1854 1928 Collection

Poster for the Opera Tosca by G. Puccini, 1899. Creator: Hohenstein, Adolfo (1854-1928)
Poster for the Opera Tosca by G. Puccini, 1899. Private Collection

Poster for the Opera Iris by Pietro Mascagni, 1898. From a private collection

Jeweller A. Calderoni (A. Calderoni Gioielliere), Milano, 1898. From a private collection

Poster for the Opera Madama Butterfly by G. Puccini, 1904. Private Collection

100th anniversary of the discovery of the voltaic column, 1899. Private Collection

Poster for the opera La Boheme by Giacomo Puccini, 1895. Private Collection

Poster for the opera Falstaff by Giuseppe Verdi, 1894. Creator: Hohenstein
Poster for the opera Falstaff by Giuseppe Verdi, 1894. Private Collection

Orario Cooperativo, 1899. Creator: Hohenstein, Adolfo (1854-1928)
Orario Cooperativo, 1899. Private Collection

Il Resto del Carlino, 1898. Creator: Hohenstein, Adolfo (1854-1928)
Il Resto del Carlino, 1898. Private Collection

Bitter Campari, 1899. Creator: Hohenstein, Adolfo (1854-1928)
Bitter Campari, 1899. Private Collection

Cassa nazionale mutua cooperativa per le pensioni, 1898. Private Collection

Corriere della Sera, 1898. Creator: Hohenstein, Adolfo (1854-1928)
Corriere della Sera, 1898. Private Collection

Vermouth Cinzano, 1901. Creator: Hohenstein, Adolfo (1854-1928)
Vermouth Cinzano, 1901. Private Collection

Zolfi Almagia. Creator: Hohenstein, Adolfo (1854-1928)
Zolfi Almagia. Private Collection

Vermouth Cinzano, 1906. Creator: Hohenstein, Adolfo (1854-1928)
Vermouth Cinzano, 1906. Private Collection

Figure with face of Giacomo Puccini, 1896. Private Collection

Chozza e Turchi, 1899. Artist: Hohenstein, Adolfo (1854-1928)
Chozza e Turchi, 1899. From a private collection

Monaco: Exposition de Canots Automobiles, 1900. Artist: Hohenstein, Adolfo (1854-1928)
Monaco: Exposition de Canots Automobiles, 1900. From a private collection

The 100th Anniversary of Voltas Discovery of the Electric Battery, 1898. From a private collection

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Adolfo Hohenstein (1854-1928) was a renowned Italian artist and designer, best known for his captivating posters that adorned the streets of Italy in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His artistic brilliance shone through in every creation, capturing the essence of various operas, brands, and publications. One such masterpiece was his poster for the Opera Tosca by G. Puccini in 1899. With vibrant colors and intricate details, Hohenstein brought this iconic opera to life on paper. Similarly, his poster for Pietro Mascagni's Opera Iris in 1898 showcased his ability to convey emotion through art. Not limited to just operas, Hohenstein also lent his talent to other domains like jewelry design. The jeweler A. Calderoni commissioned him in 1898 to create a stunning advertisement that exuded elegance and sophistication. Hohenstein's versatility as an artist is evident from his work on diverse projects like Il Resto del Carlino newspaper and Corriere della Sera publication in 1898. These posters displayed not only his artistic prowess but also captured the spirit of these influential media outlets. His collaboration with Bitter Campari resulted in a striking poster that became synonymous with this famous Italian brand. In another notable project, he designed an eye-catching advertisement for Vermouth Cinzano in 1901. Apart from commercial ventures, Adolfo Hohenstein also contributed to social causes like Cassa nazionale mutua cooperativa per le pensioni - showcasing how art can be used as a medium for change. With each stroke of his brush or pen, Hohenstein left an indelible mark on Italian culture during this period. His legacy lives on through timeless creations like Zolfi Almagia - reminding us of the immense talent possessed by this visionary artist who graced Italy's streets over a century ago.