THE GOLDEN AGE OF PANO ART

Monday, June 30, 2025
Written by BEN TO THE SON

The Golden Age of Pano Art 🎹

Four vivid snapshots by French photographer Jean-Claude Labbe capture the raw charm and bold spirit of Saigon’s advertising scene in the early ’90s:

[1] Harley riders strike a pose in front of a Đổi Mới propaganda billboard.
[2] Western movie ads flaunt daring, provocative visuals — a fresh and unfamiliar sight in Vietnam at the time.
[3] A splashy poster teases the magical spectacle of illusionist Elvis CĂŽng.
[4] A rare bilingual billboard (English–Vietnamese) showcases a telecom brand, reflecting a city on the brink of global connection.

Photo credits: Jean-Claude Labbe.

THE GOLDEN AGE OF PANO ART
THE GOLDEN AGE OF PANO ART
THE GOLDEN AGE OF PANO ART
THE GOLDEN AGE OF PANO ART