Saint Aubin sur Mer Calvados by Andre Galland c1930
View on the Sea in Calvados France
Artist: Galland, Andre Printer: Editions Mayeux, Paris Size: 25 x 39 ” / 62 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1935
Foire de Lyon – Hubot – 1920 – Original French Railway Poster
Original French lithographic poster created by the artist Hubot in 1920 to promote the celebrated Foire de Lyon (Lyon Trade Fair), one of France’s most important commercial and industrial exhibitions. Published in connection with the Paris-Lyon-Mediterranee (PLM) Railway, the poster advertised the fair’s two annual sessions, held March 1-15 and October 1-15.
The striking composition features an allegorical male figure seated upon a monumental pedestal, holding a shield bearing the historic coat of arms of Lyon, including the city’s heraldic lion and fleurs-de-lis. Behind him, the rooftops and distinctive towers of Lyon rise against a brilliant golden-yellow sky. The dramatic combination of warm reds, golden yellow, and deep blue creates a powerful image celebrating the city’s commercial vitality and industrial importance.
Established in 1916, the Foire de Lyon quickly became an important showcase for French manufacturing, commerce, and international trade. The PLM Railway helped promote the fair through colorful lithographic posters designed to attract visitors from throughout France and beyond. This impressive 1920 design, signed and dated Hubot 20 in the lithographic image, is an excellent example of French railway and exhibition advertising from the period.
Title: Foire de Lyon Artist: Hubot (signed in the lithograph) Printer: Cornille & Serre, Paris Year: 1920 Size: 30 x 40 inches (76.2 x 101.6 cm) Technique: Original Color Lithograph Linen: Professionally backed on linen Condition: Excellent (A)
Flavigny found in the north eastrn part of France was a medieval village and was actually occupied by the English during the 100 years war. The Castle still exists and during the time frame you could take th PLM French Railways to visit back in 1927 when this poster was published. Excellent and rare.
Isle Adam and its beaches and Forests and monuments with artwork by A Heurlier. Only 50 minutes from Paris
Artist: Heurlier, A Printer: Busson, Paris Size: 25 x 39 ” / 62 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1949 Condition & Comments: Margins rebuilt excellently and text at the very top restored otherwise the rest of the poster is in excellent condition. A rare piece and very difficult to find.
Artist: Mariaout Printer: Bedos, Paris Size: 31 x 42 ” / 80 x 107 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: stone lithograph Year: 1900 Condition & Comments: Excellent
Poster for Digne Les Bains for Thermal cures for health in the lower Alpes. Found in the lower Alpes above Marseille. The image of early Autos passing on mud toads. PLM poster.
Allevard Les Bains by Coulon for the PLM French Railways
Artist: Coulon, Eric Printer: Imp Picard, Paris Size: 25 x 39 ” / 62 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1930c Condition & Comments: Excellent
Poster for the PLM Railways by Eric Coulon c1930 there is also the indication of Dauphine which is a part of France that covers several departments today. Dauphin is actually the heir apparent of France. Many things in this region are titled Dauphine including a well known journal today.
This original French travel poster was commissioned by the PLM Railways (Paris–Lyon–Méditerranée) to promote travel to La Mure, a commune in the Isère department in southeastern France.
The composition uses strong, vibrant color, dominated by yellow and blue tones. The town of La Mure is depicted in an en plein air style, emphasizing light and atmosphere rather than strict architectural detail. The lower portion of the poster is divided into two scenic vignettes: at left, Les Lacs, featuring a statue of a man on horseback set within a mountainous landscape; at right, the Chemins de Fer Électrique de La Mure, illustrating the region’s electric railway line and its dramatic route through the terrain.
The poster reflects the PLM’s broader effort during the interwar period to promote regional tourism by combining landscape, infrastructure, and cultural landmarks within a single image. It is a representative example of French railway advertising from the late 1920s.
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Details
Title: La Mure d’Isere – PLM
Artist: Oraim
Date: 1928
Size: 25.5 × 39 inches
Linen backed: Yes
Comments: Original French travel poster. Linen backed. Excellent condition with strong color and well-preserved printing. Ready to frame.
Right outside of Geneve you can take the telepherique up to the skiing stations Saleve. The poster is a timetable for the electric train schedule. Rare Ski item for a collector of ski posters. RARE….