French Travel Posters: A Journey Through Time
Explore our extensive collection of French travel posters, featuring many from the iconic PLM (Paris Lyon Mediterranée) Railways.
• Chemin de Fer Legacy: Before 1900, France’s railway companies operated independently, each with its own station, like Gare de Lyon for eastern and southern routes.
• The PLM Era: Between the late 19th century and 1937, the PLM unified the networks, creating some of the most celebrated French travel posters.
• SNCF Standardization: In 1937, the SNCF standardized poster sizes (24×39 inches), maintaining their artistic appeal while fitting station and agency frames.
• Growing Collection: Our inventory is constantly expanding with new additions.
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Artist: Razzia Printer: Louis Vuitton Size: 45 x 54″ / 114.3 x 137.1 cm On/Off Linen: Unlined
Razzia Louis Vuitton Journey Through Time hand signed original (Gerard Courbouleix)
Louis Vuitton Original hand signed
The poster is hand-signed by the artist and comes directly from him. Unlike some sellers who only claim to offer original hand-signed Razzia posters, ours are guaranteed to be authentic. We can provide a Certificate of Authenticity if you ask for one.
Chamonix–Strasbourg was created by Roger Broders in 1926 for the PLM (Paris–Lyon–Méditerranée) railway company to promote travel between the French Alps and Alsace. The design features two women in the traditional dress of their respective regions — the wide-brimmed bow headdress of Strasbourg and the alpine attire of Chamonix — standing against a backdrop that links snow-covered peaks to the architectural landmarks of eastern France.
Broders, one of France’s most celebrated travel poster artists, was known for his bold compositions, clear lines, and rich color palettes. This work reflects his signature style of pairing stylized landscapes with strong graphic design to capture the romance of rail travel in the interwar period.
Printed in Paris by Lucien Serre using lithography, this large-format poster has been mounted on linen for preservation and is in excellent “A” condition.
Title: Chamonix–Strasbourg
Artist: Roger Broders
Date: 1926
Printer: Lucien Serre, Paris
Size: 31 × 42 in / 80 × 107 cm
Print Type: Lithograph
On/Off Linen: On linen
Condition: Excellent “A”
Comments: Issued by PLM to promote travel between the French Alps and Alsace, showing women in traditional costumes from Chamonix and Strasbourg.
PARIS OPERA ROMEO AND JULIETTE BY MARC CHAGALL 1964
Marc Chagall painted the ceiling of the Paris Opera, officially known as the Palais Garnier, in 1963. His work replaced the original design by Jules-Eugène Lenepveu and was unveiled in 1964. The mural spans 2,400 square feet and celebrates famous composers like Mozart, Wagner, and Debussy. Using vivid colors and dreamlike imagery, Chagall created a striking contrast with the opera’s classical architecture. Initially, some critics felt it clashed with the historic setting, but it later became a beloved feature of the opera house.
In 1969, Chagall designed a travel poster for Air France featuring Romeo and Juliet. The artwork shows the lovers floating in an embrace above a colorful landscape, blending fantasy and romance. His deep blues, reds, and yellows create a dreamlike atmosphere, reflecting France’s cultural richness. Today, this poster remains one of the most well-known travel images linked to his work.
Artist: CHAGALL, MARC Printer: MOURLOT IMPRIMERIE Size: 25 x 39″ / 62 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: stone lithograph Year: 1964 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
PARIS OPERA ROMEO AND JULIETTE BY MARC CHAGALL 1964
Chagall who painted the ceilings of the Paris Opera had this poster take a portion from the ceiling and reproduced it by mourlot a artistic printer who does printing by way of stone lithography rare…
GORGES DU FIER LAKE ANNECY SNCF ORIGINAL VINTAGE POSTER 1950 circa
Original vintage poster created by Compagnie des Arts Photomecaniques de Paris circa 1950. The poster features views on to the gorges de Fier near Annecy. The Gorges cuts through the landscape with impressive cliffs and walkways that look down hundreds of feet. The inset at the top is the famous Chateau de Montrottier which is located in Annecy. It rests on top of the highest point of the town and overlooks the lakes and mountains there. The Montrottiers ruled the region. The poster is quite rare and we have 2 models both a black and white and color model. Both are in unused condition mounted on linen.
Title: Gorges du Fier size 13.4 x 19 inches
year: 1950 c
printer: Cie des Arts, Paris
condition: A Excellent
GORGES DU FIER LAKE ANNECY ORIGINAL VINTAGE POSTER 1937
poster created for the PLM travel to destinations throughout france.
Golf Sur La Côte d’Azur
Artist: Bruce Skilbeck (hand signed)
Date: 2002
Printer: Alpes Maritimes
Size: 20 × 27 in / 50 × 70 cm
Print Type: Offset lithograph
Condition: Excellent “A”
Comments: Limited edition of 300, each hand signed by the artist
We are the exclusive dealers worldwide of Bruce Skilbeck’s work. All of his limited-edition posters, including Golf Sur La Côte d’Azur, are available only through us. Each was produced in a small edition of 300 and individually hand signed by the artist.
This design presents a golfer poised on the Côte d’Azur, with a sweeping view of the Mediterranean Sea. Rendered in a vintage travel-poster style, it recalls the golden era of French poster art while capturing the Riviera’s timeless atmosphere.
An authentic, original Skilbeck poster in excellent condition and mounted on linen.
Artist: ALO Printer: Moullot, Marseille Size: 25 x 39″ / 62 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1930
Mallorca by Alo c1930 on linen excellent
Rare poster for the BALEARIC ISLANDS OFF SPAIN FORMENTERA, MALLORCA ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPH CREATED BY THE PARIS LYON MEDITERRANEE RAILWAYS WHERE YOU TOOK THE TRAIN AND YOUR TICKET CONTINUES ON BOAT SUPPLIED BY COMPAGNIE DE NAVIGATION MIXTE. RARE Ready to ship. Poster is A condition ! The poster in excellent condition on linen
Artist: Carlu, Jean Printer: Air France, Paris Size: 25 x 39″ / 62 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1930
Air France Europe by Jean Carlu c1930 on linen excellent
Vignettes of all the place to visit in Europe, eiffel tower, greek vase, etc. The Poster man is hanging posters of all the destinations. The poster shows a stain in the photo but that is only in the photo and not the poster as its another poster. The poster in excellent condition on linen
Artist: Pean, Rene Printer: Cornille & Serre, Paris Size: 31 x 42″ / 79 x 106.7 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: stone lithograph Year: 1910 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
PLM poster for travel to the Alpes by Rene Pean c1900 on linen
Important poster for travel to the Alpes by Rene Pean. You bought your ticket at the train station and it included passage in these open cars which could carry 12 passengers or more right up to the station where your final destination was. The poster in excellent condition on linen
Artist: Dorival, Georges Printer: Cornille & Serre, Paris Size: 25 x 39″ / 62 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: stone lithograph Year: 1930
Chemin de Fer poster for travel to NOrmandie by Geo Dorival c 1930 on linen
Travel poster for the Chemins de Fer by Georges Dorival. The poster in excellent condition on linen
Veneux-les-Sablons – Fontainebleau was created by Prieur circa 1930 for the PLM (Paris–Lyon–Méditerranée) railways to promote travel to the Fontainebleau region. The design, in a strong Art Deco style, shows a vibrant lakeside scene with trees and reflections, evoking the peaceful leisure of this popular retreat just outside Paris.
Veneux-les-Sablons, near the edge of the Fontainebleau forest and close to the Seine, was a favored destination for weekend visitors and artists in the early 20th century. The poster’s bold geometric forms and vivid colors are characteristic of French railway advertising of the interwar years.
Printed in Paris by lithography, this rare example has been mounted on linen and is in excellent “A” condition.
Title: Veneux-les-Sablons – Fontainebleau
Artist: Prieur
Date: c.1930
Printer: Imp., Paris
Size: 25 × 39 in
Print Type: Lithograph
Condition: Excellent “A” on linen
Comments: Rare Art Deco PLM railway poster showing a colorful view over a lake in the Fontainebleau region, a well-known leisure spot for Parisians in the 1930s.
Artist: Ploz Printer: Champenois, Paris Size: 29 x 41″ / 73.7 x 104.1 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: stone lithograph Year: 1900 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
PLM poster for travel to the Vichy by Ploz c1900 on linen
Important poster for travel to Vichy by Ploz. View on to the Casino of Vichy with Elegant people out and about the town. Ploz does this elegant poster which is now a rare find. The poster in excellent condition on linen
Artist: Besnard Size: 31 x 41.5″ / 80 x 105.5 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: stone lithograph Year: 1900 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Talloires & Lac D’Annecy by Besnard c1900 on linen excellent
Besnard did this poster for the Paris Lyon Mediterranee French Railways in 1900. The view is from Talloires looking out to the Chateau de Duignt. Beautiful piece in excellent A condition on linen Poster is very Rare stone lithograph
PLM Tunisie Federation syndicats by Henri Gustave Jossot 
Loto Mermaid by Bernard Villemot 1989 original vintage poster on linen 
GOLF SUR LA COTE D'AZUR signed BRUCE 2002 ORIGINAL VINTAGE FRENCH TRAVEL POSTER 
MESSAGERIES MARITIMES SUR LES ROUTES DE L'UNION FRANCAISE 1950 Jean Desaleux 
Vichy by Ploz rare important PLM travel poster c1900 on linen 
PARIS OPERA BY MARC CHAGALL ORIGINAL VINTAGE FRENCH TRAVEL POSTER 1964 
Razzia Louis Vuitton Classic 2012 Monaco Venezia original hand signed original sm 
Saint Aubin sur Mer by Andre Galland 1935 Beach and Tennis poster 
Vaison-la-Romain et Mont Ventoux by Leo Lelee c1925 
Bretagne by Hugo d'Alesi c1900 Belle Ile de Mer 
Besancon Les Brenets by Taconville c1900 
Paquebot Louis Lumiere by Brenet c1950 Compagnie Maritime Navigation 
Jeux Olympiques d'hiver l'alpe d'huez grenoble 1968 
Touraine Circuits Automobiles French Travel on the Chemin de Fer D'Orleans 
Flavigny Autocras to Medieval Castles with Artwork by Julien Lacaze 1927 
GAP Haute Alpes by G Gorde PLM French Railways 1932 
Route des Alpes by Rene Pean PLM travel poster c1900 on linen 
Normandie by Georges Dorival on linen c1930 travel by Chemins des Fer