Internationale Auto-Motokoers Antwerpen 1939

Step into the golden age of motoring with this rare and striking vintage poster, printed in Antwerp in 1939 to promote the Internationale Auto en Motokoers — a major event organized by the City of Antwerp in support of charitable causes.

Designed by poster artist Fred Garrels, this dynamic composition blends Art Deco aesthetics with mechanical power, featuring a stylized winged wheel on a tricolor background — a powerful symbol of speed, innovation, and industrial drive. The poster advertises a large public gathering showcasing cars and motorcycles, supported by Belgium’s major automotive associations (R.A.C.B. – K.B.M.B. – R.A.C.A.) at a time when the automobile captivated the imagination of the public.

Dated 21 May 1939, this piece captures a unique moment in time — just months before Europe was plunged into the Second World War. It stands as a final celebration of modernity and mechanical enthusiasm during the interwar years. This poster was likely produced for the Antwerp Grand Prix or a related event held on an urban circuit in the heart of the city.