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Bernard Buffet1967 Iconic travel poster for Paris by Bernard Buffet - Notre Dame de Paris1967
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In 1967, renowned French artist Bernard Buffet created an iconic travel poster for Paris, commissioned by French Railways (SNCF). This poster is a stunning example of how fine art and commercial design intersected to promote tourism, capturing the timeless allure of Paris while showcasing Buffet’s distinctive artistic style.
The poster vividly encapsulates the essence of Paris, presenting the city’s iconic landmarks through Buffet’s unique lens. Known for his sharp, linear style and expressive use of color, Buffet’s interpretation of Paris is both elegant and evocative. The imagery likely features stylized depictions of famous Parisian sites such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, or the Seine River, rendered in Buffet’s characteristic angular forms and muted color palette. This approach imparts a sense of both modernity and timelessness, resonating with viewers and potential travelers.
The typography is clean and understated, allowing Buffet’s artwork to take center stage. The SNCF branding is subtly integrated into the design, reinforcing the connection between the cultural prestige of Paris and the reliability of French Railways. The poster serves as both an advertisement and a piece of art, appealing to the aesthetic sensibilities of the 1960s audience while promoting rail travel as the preferred mode of transportation to the French capital.
The 1960s were a period of significant cultural and social change, and tourism was booming as more people sought to explore new destinations. SNCF, keen to capitalize on this trend, commissioned artists like Buffet to create visually compelling posters that would entice travelers to visit Paris. Buffet’s work, with its blend of artistic sophistication and accessible imagery, was ideal for this purpose, reflecting both the beauty of the city and the convenience of rail travel.
Bernard Buffet was already a well-established artist by the time he created this poster, known for his contributions to the post-war art scene in France. His involvement in commercial projects such as this one demonstrates how his art could transcend traditional boundaries, appealing to a broad audience while maintaining its distinctive character.
Today, the 1967 travel poster by Bernard Buffet for Paris is not only a piece of advertising history but also a collectible work of art. It captures a moment in time when art and commerce seamlessly merged to create compelling visual narratives that continue to resonate. As a travel poster, it remains a powerful reminder of Paris’s enduring charm and the role of French Railways in making the city accessible to the world.
Railway - Tourism - Notre Dame de Paris
Perceval à Paris
- Creator:Bernard Buffet (1928 - 1999, French)
- Creation Year:1967
- Dimensions:Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 24.41 in (62 cm)
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- Condition:Good condition.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792214956432
Bernard Buffet
Bernard Buffet was born on July 10, 1928, in Paris. He was a French painter of Expressionism and a member of the anti-abstract art group L'homme Témoin. He studied art at the École Nationale supérieure des Beaux-Arts and worked in the studio of the painter Eugène Narbonne. Buffet died on October 4, 1999, in Tourtour, France.
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