Italian Swiss Colony, Asti Colony Tipo wineries, 1910

Italian Swiss Colony, Asti Colony Tipo wineries, 1910The Italian Swiss Colony was a winemaking company founded in 1881 in California by a group of Italian immigrants. They chose the name "Italian Swiss Colony" to honor the Swiss Italian heritage of some of the founders and to give the impression of European elegance and sophistication. One of the company's most famous products was the Asti Colony Tipo, a sparkling wine made using the traditional method of the Asti region in Italy. The wine was made from

with Cocteau's face conveying a range of complex emotions

and navigational landmarks are thoughtfully charted

providing a striking contrast to the abstracted form of the woman

while the imagery captures the essence of the thrilling and competitive world of motor racing

The painting is dominated by a range of warm

possibly fishermen or locals going about their daily business

The use of gold leaf

and historical significance of both countries

and art enthusiasts around the world

The map was created using lithography and steel engraving

A vintage poster promoting travel to Jamaica and featuring the phrase "the gem of the tropics" is showcase the beauty and allure of this Caribbean island

black line that cuts through the canvas