Original Antique Poster Ligue Maritime Francais Navy War Merchant Cruise Ships

Original antique fundraising poster commemorating French sailors and promoting donations - Donnes tous a l'oeuvre du souvenir de la France a ses Marins / Everyone give to the fund in...

Original vintage cruise travel poster - Paris all the way to Europe When you board any French Line ship you step right into Paris itself! French Line CGT Bits of France afloat. Stunning design featuring the SS Paris (launched 1916) ocean liner sailing at sea with a crescent moon and images of the main landmarks and other historic monuments in Paris including the Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral, Basilica of the Sacred Heart / Sacre-Coeur in Montmartre and Eiffel Tower against the dramatic orange shaded sky background and a cityscape of the City of Lights below. Known as the Aristocrat of the Atlantic the SS France...

Original antique railway travel advertising poster for trips from Paris to London in 2 hours 45 minutes - Chemins de Fer de l'Etat et de Brighton Paris (St Lazare) London (Victoria) via Dieppe et Newhaven 2h45 de traversee maritime - featuring an image of the sea crossing by steam ship on the Channel / la Manche...

Original vintage cruise travel poster - Cie Gle Transatlantique French Line Le Havre Southampton New York - featuring artwork by the French artist Albert Brenet (1903-2005) depicting an ocean liner sailing at sea with the stylised title text above and against the choppy white waves below. Founded in 1861 (having been established in 1855 by the brothers Emile and Issac Pereire), the Compagnie Generale Transatlantique CGT was a French shipping company known as French Line and Transat; it merged with Compagnie des Messageries Maritimes...

The 1918 original poster titled Ligue Maritime Française - Les Réalités de la Guerre sur Mer was created by Léon Haffner, a renowned French artist and naval illustrator. Known for his depictions of maritime themes, Haffner produced this piece during the final year of World War I, under the commission of the Ligue Maritime Française. This poster was part of a broader campaign by the Ligue Maritime Française to raise awareness of France’s naval challenges and achievements during the war. The focus was on the harsh realities faced by the French Navy as it defended the country’s waters against the threat of German U-boats (submarines). By highlighting the significant victories of the French Navy, particularly the destruction of numerous German submarines, this work was intended to educate the public about the importance of France's maritime defense during the war. The Ligue Maritime Française played a crucial role in promoting maritime interests in France, especially during a time when naval power was critical to national security. Through this poster and similar works, the organization aimed to strengthen public support for the war effort by emphasizing the vital role of the French Navy in protecting the nation. Léon Haffner's involvement in this project underscores his reputation as an artist who could convey the significance of naval warfare through his work. His contributions helped elevate public consciousness regarding the maritime front of World War I, fostering both pride in French naval accomplishments and awareness of the ongoing risks and challenges faced by the nation at sea. The 1918 poster Les Réalités de la Guerre sur Mer is more than just a piece of wartime propaganda; it serves as a historical document, reflecting the broader efforts of France to mobilize public opinion and support for the war. It remains an important artifact from World War I, capturing a critical aspect of the conflict and Léon Haffner's role in illustrating the maritime realities of that time. Original Poster War 14-18 - Navy Maritime map...

This circa 1950 original maritime poster by Jean Desaleux is both map and manifesto — a sleek, state-sanctioned vision of a France tethered to its far-flung territories by sea, steel...

Cie Gle Transatlantique 1950s French Line Travel poster, designed by Paul Colin. A lovely design with wonderful bright colours! Founded by the Péreire Brother...

The circa 1930 original poster by Rorebour, carries a compelling message urging viewers to join the Ligue Maritime et Coloniale Française (LMC) for a prosperous future empire. Create...