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Constant DuvalCirca 1920 poster by Constant Duval - Pavillon Royal— BiarritzCirca 1920
Circa 1920
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This elegant circa 1920 poster by Constant Duval, one of the premier illustrators of early 20th-century French tourism, captures the allure and prestige of the Pavillon Royal—a seaside retreat nestled near Biarritz, on the Atlantic coast of southwestern France.
Duval’s composition is both scenic and sophisticated: a grand classical pavilion is bathed in golden light, framed by the silhouettes of pine trees, with the tranquil sea and distant mountains forming a stunning natural backdrop. The scene radiates harmony, leisure, and exclusivity—an invitation to a refined escape.
The promotional text highlights the location’s unique appeal:
“La mer. La montagne. La forêt. Cercle. Restaurant. Thé. Galas.”
This suggests not just a place to relax, but a multisensory experience of nature, cuisine, society, and spectacle—a complete retreat for the elite traveler of the interwar years.
Constant Duval was a master of evoking place through stylized but precise illustration. His work for French railways and tourist destinations reflected the emerging culture of modern leisure, with posters serving as both functional advertisement and collectible artwork.
Le Pavillon Royal près Biarritz stands as a vivid emblem of the French Riviera’s glamour and the golden age of travel poster design—a timeless snapshot of graceful seaside elegance between land, sky, and sea.
Tourism - Basque Country - France
Bidart
Printed by Lucien Serre & Cie in Paris
- Creator:Constant Duval
- Creation Year:Circa 1920
- Dimensions:Height: 41.34 in (105 cm)Width: 29.53 in (75 cm)
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- Condition:Good condition.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792216542612
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