Lot 70: GUILLERMO LABORDE (1886-1940)

GUILLERMO LABORDE (1886-1940)
1ER CAMPEONATO MUNDIAL DE FOOTBALL, URUGUAY 1930
lithograph in colours, 1930, condition A; backed on linen, framed
31 x 15in. (79 x 38cm.)

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This is the rare official poster for the first World Cup tournament played in Uruguay over 17 days in July, 1930.
Imposing despite its small scale, the poster was a powerful statement for football and Uruguay alike.