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Original Restored SNCF French Travel Poster, The Basque Country c.1964

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ABOUT An original French lithograph advertising travel poster depicting the Basque coastal town of Mauleon. Professionally restored and linen backed. CREATOR Artist: Auguste Durel (1904-1993). Printer: Perceval, Paris. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1964. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Paper, Lithograph, Linen. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Professionally restored and linen backed. DIMENSIONS Overall: H 41.5 in. W 26.5 in., Poster: H 39 in. W 24.5 in. HISTORY The French Railway is commonly known as SNCF, Societe Nationale de Chemin de Fer. Throughout the years, they have commissioned prominent artists to depict well known destinations in France to encourage train travel by the French public and visitors. Auguste Durel was an accomplished fine arts painter that specialized in landscapes of the various regions of France.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 41.5 in (105.41 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Depth: 0.013 in (0.32 mm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1964
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Linen backed. Repaired: All damage repaired. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Posters SKU 0781stDibs: LU1280244953002

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