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.
Showing 61–72 of 127 results
Artist: Razzia
Printer: Caza, Paris
Size: 24 x 32″ / 61 x 81 cm
On/Off Linen: Unlined
Print Technique: serigraph
Razzia Fred Joaliers (Gerard Courbouleix)
this is the original printing not a later numerique printing by Razzia this is the version
Artist: Villemot, Bernard
Size: 25 x 39″ / 62 x 100 cm
On/Off Linen: On Linen
Print Technique: offset lithograph
Year: 1974
SNCF location by Bernard Villemot 1974 original on linen excellent
The poster is an original 1974 poster by Villemot. The poster is on linen and in excellent condition.
Artist: Villemot, Bernard
Size: 24.5 x 39″ / 66 x 100 cm
On/Off Linen: On Linen
Print Technique: offset lithograph
Year: 1973
Condition & Comments: Excellent on linen
Bernard Villemot – “UNE NUIT EN VOITURE-LIT” Original 1973 Printing
This exquisite poster, an original 1973 1st printing, showcases the artistry of Bernard Villemot (1911-1989). Printed using offset lithography by Chabrillac, Toulouse, it is in impeccable condition, graded as “A” and expertly backed on linen.
The poster captures the essence of luxurious train travel offered by SNCF, the French Railways, with its elegant depiction of a woman enjoying a restful night’s sleep during her voyage. Villemot, a celebrated poster artist, inherited his talent from his father, and their artwork was highly sought after by prominent advertisers. This piece is a shining example of his exceptional work, hailed as one of his finest creations.
Relax
Artist: René Gruau
Date: 1970s (second printing)
Size: 24.4 × 38.5 in. (62 × 98 cm)
Print Technique: Offset Lithograph
On Linen: Yes
Condition: Excellent “A”
Comments:
Vintage poster Relax by René Gruau, created for the French shipping company Chargeurs Réunis. This edition is a second printing from the 1970s, mounted on linen and preserved in excellent condition.
René Gruau (1909–2004), born Count Renato Zavagli Ricciardelli della Caminate, was one of the most influential fashion illustrators of the 20th century. His bold lines and elegant compositions appeared in major fashion magazines and advertising campaigns for leading designers. Gruau’s imagery distilled style and sophistication into single striking forms, shaping the visual language of fashion illustration for decades.
Relax is an example of Gruau’s distinctive style applied to travel advertising, combining simplicity with a refined sense of elegance.
Razzia – Nice Jazz Festival 1994 (Arènes de Cimiez) Original Serigraph Poster
Nice Jazz Festival (Arènes de Cimiez, 1994)
Artist: Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix-Dénériaz)
Date: 1994
Printer: Ville de Nice
Size: 31 × 47 in. (80 × 120 cm)
Print Type: Serigraph / Screen Print
Condition: Excellent (2 weeks delay to line)
Comments:
Original poster for the 1994 Nice Jazz Festival, created by the French artist Razzia. The festival was held at the Arènes de Cimiez, the Roman amphitheatre above Nice that has long served as a cultural venue.
Razzia (b. 1950) is known for his bold graphic style and for producing posters directly from his painted works. Since the 1980s he has been one of the few contemporary artists to maintain the tradition of the artistic poster, working for clients such as Louis Vuitton, Cointreau, and major cultural events. His association with the Nice Jazz Festival produced some of the most recognizable jazz imagery of the period.
This large-format serigraph was printed for the Ville de Nice in connection with the 1994 edition of the festival. It is the first printing, in excellent condition.
Razzia Nice Festival de Jazz 1994 original (Gerard Courbouleix)
Artist: Razzia
Printer: Ville de Nice
Size: 31 x 47 ” / 80 x 120 cm
On/Off Linen: Unlined
Print Technique: serigraph
Condition & Comments: Excellent on linen
Poster for the festival of Jazz that took place in NIce in 1994. The festival was held at the Arenes de Cimiez which is in the heights of Nice in the Roman Ruins which today is a beautiful garden and also there is an Art Museum. Excellent Serigraph original 1st printing
Cote D’Azur by Pablo Picasso 1962 on linen
Artist: Picasso, Pablo
Printer: Mourlot Imprimerie, Paris
Size: 26 x 39 ” / 66 x 100 cm
On / Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery
Print Technique: Stone lithograph
Year: 1962
Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Original stone lithography done at the Mourlot imprimerie where artist printing was done in the old technique. View on to the sea the same image was used for Cannes as well. Excellent condition on linen
Festival du Cinema American a Deauville 1987 original
Artist: Driosa, Herve
Printer: Ville de Paris
Size: 19 x 27″ / 50 x 70 cm
On / Off Linen: On Linen
Print Technique: Offset lithograph
Year: 1987
Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
poster for the Movie Festival American in Deauville 1987. on linen excellent
Francis Bacon Feria Nimes poster for the 1969/1992 and it is an art print done in serigraphy
Artist Bacon, Francis
Printer Caza, Paris
Size 18 x 24 ” / 47.7 x 61 cm
On / Off linen On Linen
Print Technique serigraph
Year 1992
Condition & Comments Excellent A condiiton
Francis Bacon created this striking poster for the 1992 Feria de Nîmes, the city’s famous bullfighting festival. The design draws inspiration from his 1969 painting Study for Bullfight No. 1. This captures the intense energy and movement of a bullfight in his signature style.
Caza Imprimerie in Paris printed this original serigraph on linen in 1992. The poster not only celebrates the Feria de Nîmes but also highlights Bacon’s ability to translate the drama of bullfighting into a powerful visual experience. Collectors highly value it as a unique fusion of fine art and cultural tradition.
Francis Bacon did this poster for the Feria Nimes 1969/1992 original and it is an art print done in serigraphy
Artist: Bacon, Francis
Printer: Caza, Paris
Size: 47 x 63 in / 120 x 160 cm
On/Off Linen: Off Linen
Print Technique: Serigraph
Year: 1992
Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Poster printed in Serigraph Silkscreen for the feria nimes in 1992. THIS IS THE ORIGINAL SERIGRAPH MADE IN 1992 BY THE CAZA IMPRIMERIE IN PARIS. Original printing on linen. THE IMAGE WAS TAKEN FROM “STUDY FOR A BULLFIGHT N1 DONE IN 1969.
Paul Colin Fetes de Paris 1935 original
Artist: Paul Colin
Printer: Chaix Imprimerie, Paris
Size: 8.5 x 11.8 in / 21.5 x 30 cm
On/Off Linen: Unlined
Year: 1935
Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Poster printed by the Alliance Graphique in Paris in 1935. Rare poster. Original printing on linen.
Carnaval de Nice was created by Jean Luc in 1950 for the celebrated annual carnival held in Nice, France. The event, one of the oldest and most famous carnivals in the world, is known for its elaborate parades, colorful floats, and lively street celebrations along the Promenade des Anglais.
The 1950 edition took place during the postwar revival of the carnival, when the city was re-establishing its cultural traditions and welcoming international visitors back to the French Riviera.
Printed by Imprimerie Meyerbeer in Nice using lithography, the poster captures the festive spirit of the Riviera’s signature winter event. This example has been mounted on linen for preservation and is in excellent “A” condition.
Title: Carnaval de Nice
Artist: Jean Luc
Date: 1950
Printer: Imp. Meyerbeer, Nice
Size: 27 × 39 in
Print Type: Lithograph
Condition: Excellent “A” on linen
Comments: Original poster for the 1950 Nice Carnival, created by Jean Luc and printed locally. Mounted on linen for preservation.
End of content
End of content
Antique Theatre D'Arles by leo Lelee vintage French TRAVEL POSTER
1 × $ 850 
1969 Grand Prix Automobile of Monaco by artwork by Maestri on linen
1 × $ 195 
1971 Grand Prix Automobile of Monaco by Steve Carpenter on linen
1 × $ 195 Subtotal: $ 1,240
