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Roger Chapelet
Maritime poster by Roger Chapelet - The Lyautey Compagnie de Navigation Paquet

Circa 1950

$937.91
£699.03
€800
CA$1,291.07
A$1,464.75
CHF 766.99
MX$18,071.04
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This vintage maritime poster, created by the legendary Roger Chapelet, pays tribute to the Lyautey, a distinguished passenger liner of the Compagnie de Navigation Paquet. Active in the 1950s, the Lyautey was part of a prestigious fleet connecting Morocco, Senegal, and the Mediterranean, offering travelers a blend of luxury, elegance, and adventure. Chapelet’s masterful use of color and light brings this composition to life, portraying the Lyautey sailing across calm waters under a pastel-hued sky. The ship's sleek white hull, signature CNP funnel, and bustling decks highlight the sophistication of mid-century ocean travel. In contrast, a small sailboat with vibrant red and green sails drifts in the foreground, nodding to traditional maritime heritage. As a leading maritime painter, Roger Chapelet was officially recognized as a naval artist and collaborated with major French shipping lines, including Compagnie Générale Transatlantique, Messageries Maritimes, and Paquet. His works, known for their precise yet romanticized depiction of ships, were widely used in travel posters and promotional materials, making him a defining figure in maritime art. The sophisticated typography below the image, featuring the ship’s name and route details, enhances the poster’s historical authenticity. The Compagnie de Navigation Paquet’s emblem in the corners further emphasizes the liner’s prestige and its role in the post-war maritime boom. This poster is a testament to Chapelet’s artistic legacy, embodying the grandeur of 20th-century ocean travel. Today, his works remain highly collectible, sought after by art collectors, maritime enthusiasts, and lovers of vintage travel posters. Maritime Company - Tourism - Africa The line of Morocco and Senegal by the Mediterranean Georges Lang Paris
  • Creator:
    Roger Chapelet (1903 - 1995, French)
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1950
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.05 in (56 cm)Width: 29.93 in (76 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Good condition, light folds.
  • Gallery Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1792215827972

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