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Alexandre GéraldStriking 1937 original travel poster by Alexandre Gérald - Air France1937
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This striking 1937 original travel poster by Alexandre Gérald celebrates the golden age of aviation through the lens of cultural diversity and global exploration. Commissioned by Air France, the work is part of the airline’s legendary poster collection—one of the largest and most prestigious in the world, with over 1,500 pieces created by the era’s finest illustrators.
In “Costumes du Monde,” Gérald brings to life a vibrant mosaic of traditional attire from across the globe, elegantly arranged around the iconic Air France Dewoitine 338, a tri-engine aircraft that symbolized the airline’s pioneering spirit. This aircraft famously connected France with destinations in Africa and Indochina, playing a crucial role in the expansion of international air travel in the 1930s.
The poster is a visual symphony of color and culture, designed not only to promote travel but to evoke wonder and respect for the diversity of the world. With its stylized yet respectful portrayal of global dress, Gérald’s composition captures both the romance of early air travel and the postcolonial fascination with the wider world.
Printed by P. Chanove in Courbevoie, the poster combines refined lithographic technique with a dynamic, almost theatrical layout, making it a standout piece of aviation and tourism art. The clean typography and balanced structure reflect the graphic trends of the pre-war period—modernist yet rich in decorative detail.
Whether seen as a historical aviation artifact, a celebration of global culture, or a collector’s gem from the golden age of poster design, this piece exemplifies the spirit of Air France’s early communication strategy: bold, beautiful, and boundlessly worldly.
- Creator:Alexandre Gérald
- Creation Year:1937
- Dimensions:Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 12.21 in (31 cm)
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- Condition:Very good condition, on linen.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792216138242
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