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PoulainOriginal Metropole Messageries Maritimes Union Francaise vintage travel poster1950s
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Original antique French lithograph travel poster: Metropole Messageries Maritimes Union Francaise. Artist: Poulain. This unicorn-style sea creature is intertwined between the paths of the 11 cruise ships. Professional acid-free archival linen backed, in very good condition; ready to frame. Grade A-
Messageries Maritimes is an old French maritime company. Originally created as Messageries Nationales, it was later called Messageries Impériales and then Compagnie des Messageries Maritimes.
Enhance your space with mid-century elegance through this Original 1950s Metropole Messageries Maritimes Poster. This vibrant vintage travel poster, created by renowned French artist Poulain, celebrates France’s iconic maritime shipping company, Messageries Maritimes, and its strong connection to the French Union.
This stunning poster features a sophisticated combination of mid-century modern design elements, including a bold color palette of greens, yellows, and reds and an artistic depiction of a unicorn—symbolizing strength, elegance, and grandeur. The meticulous French tricolor accents on the unicorn’s mane lend a sense of national pride, while the delicate ship details evoke the maritime legacy of Messageries Maritimes.
Printed in France during the 1950s, this authentic piece is a genuine collector's item for enthusiasts of vintage travel art and maritime history. Ideal for framing and showcasing in living rooms, offices, or galleries, this artwork will elevate any space into a timeless, sophisticated haven.
This is an original vintage lithograph poster and not a reproduction.
- Creator:Poulain (French)
- Creation Year:1950s
- Dimensions:Height: 38.25 in (97.16 cm)Width: 24.8 in (63 cm)Depth: 0.3 in (7.62 mm)
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- Condition:Original mid-century modern French vintage poster. Linen backed art decor style.
- Gallery Location:Spokane, WA
- Reference Number:Seller: 180491stDibs: LU1404216135652
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