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Antique Theatre D’Arles by leo Lelee vintage French TRAVEL POSTER
$ 850
Antique Theatre d’Arles by Leo Lelee c1930 lithograph

Antique Théâtre d’Arles
Artist: Léon (Leo) Lellée
Date: c. 1930
Printer: PLM, Paris
Size: 25 × 39 in. (64 × 99 cm)
Print Type: Lithograph
Condition: Excellent “A” on linen

Comments:
Original vintage French travel poster by Léon Lellée for the PLM railway, c. 1930. The subject is the Roman Théâtre Antique in Arles, with its remaining Corinthian columns. The theatre was built in the 1st century BCE and is one of the oldest stone theatres in Roman Gaul. It continues to serve as a site for performances and cultural events.

Lellée (1882–1947) was a French painter and illustrator known for his regional subjects of Provence, where he lived and worked. He produced a number of posters for the PLM (Paris–Lyon–Méditerranée) railway company during the interwar period, promoting travel to the south of France. This lithograph highlights the enduring Roman heritage of Arles as a destination.

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Antique Theatre D’Orange by Naurac vintage French TRAVEL POSTER
$ 850
Title Theatre Antique Orange

Artist Naurac

Date Naurac, Jean-Raoul 1878 – 1932

Printer PLM

Size 26 x 39 inches

Print Type Stone Lithography

Condiiton Excellent

Comments The theater was built during the reign of Emperor Augustus, between 27 BC and AD 14O. One of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this monumental theater is famous for its acoustics and its massive scenic wall. It hosts the Chorégies d’Orange, an opera and classical music festival, each summer.

This poster was created for the PLM or Paris Lyon Mediterrannee French Railways for display in travel bureaus and train stations in the 1930 period. The poster is in absolute impeccable condition on linen

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Cruwell Tabak – Taj Mahal (Germany, c.1930s) Original Tobacco Advertising Poster
$ 175
Cruwell – Tabak – Taj Mahal – 1930

Category: Tobacco / Cigarettes
Year: 1930s
Country: Germany
Size: 15 × 9 in. (38 × 23 cm)
Print Type: Printed on heavy board (point-of-purchase display)
Condition: Excellent

Comments:
Original German advertising poster for Crüwell Tabak, c. 1930s. The design shows a nighttime view of the Taj Mahal, linking the tobacco brand with imagery of the East. The text reads Gebr. Crüwell Spezialfabrik für Rauchtabak Gegr. 1717 Bielefeld (“Crüwell Brothers, Special Factory for Smoking Tobacco, Established 1717, Bielefeld”).

Crüwell was a long-established German tobacco manufacturer with origins in the 18th century. By the early 20th century the company issued a number of decorative posters and point-of-purchase displays to promote its pipe tobacco products. This example was printed on heavy board for shop display rather than wall posting, and is smaller in scale than typical lithographic advertising posters.

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Fontainebleau by Julien Lacaze 1930 vintage French TRAVEL POSTER
$ 2,450
Artist: Lacaze, Julien
Printer: Lucien Serre, Paris
Size: 25 x 39 in / 62 x 100 cm
On/Off Linen: On Linen
Print Technique: Lithograph
Condition & Comments: Excellent

Fountainebleau Avon PLM french railways poster by Julien Lacaze authentic 1930c vintage poster on linen

Beautiful view on to Fontainebleau done in lithography at the Lucien Serre Imprimerie in Paris circa 1930. Lucien Serre was perhaps the most used printers for the Paris Lyon Mediterrannee Railways system during this period. Also Julien Lacaze did many posters for the PLM. Poster is in absolute excellent condition.

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Martini & Rossi Vermouth by Marco original 1960s Italian vintage poster
$ 350
Martini & Rossi Vermouth c1960

Martini & Rossi Vermouth poster, originally sold in Italy, hails from the 1930s but was later officially printed by Martini around 1960. It is in superb condition, professionally mounted on linen to ensure museum-quality preservation. This official printing commemorates the earlier Martini posters and stands as a testament to the brand’s rich history and enduring appeal.

In 1863, the dynamic partnership of Martini’s entrepreneurial spirit and Rossi’s creative genius gave rise to a vermouth that has remained unparalleled for over 160 years: the iconic MARTINI Rosso. From the aromatic botanicals that define its renowned vermouth to the golden effervescence of the Asti wines, MARTINI’s influence has traversed continents and generations. Nevertheless, its core essence remains firmly anchored in the picturesque Piedmont region.

Title: Martini & Rossi Vermouth Vintage Poster
Artist: Marco
Date: 1930s (printed by Martini, c. 1960)
Printer: Martini
Size: 27 x 39 inches
Print Type: Lithography (NOT OFFSET)
Condition: Excellent “A” on linen

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Menton La Perle de France by Richard 1930 vintage French TRAVEL POSTER
$ 2,500
Artist: Richard, James
Printer: Lucien Serre, Paris
Size: 24 x 39 inches
On/Off Linen: On Linen
Print Technique: Lithograph
Condition & Comments: Excellent

Menton the Pearl of France by James Richard c1930 vintage poster on linen

Poster printed for the Chemins de Fer Paris Lyon Mediterrannee circa 1930 with artwork by James Richard. Poster measures 24 x 39 inches and is in A condition and mounted on linen. Menton is found along the Cote D’Azur between Monte Carlo and Italy. Beautiful and rare poster for one of the premiere destinations in the French Riviera. This is an authentic original printing in lithography from the period by Lucien Serre Printers in Paris who did most of the PLM posters of the period.

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Rare Italian Travel poster Rapallo by Natoli 1924 original lithograph Italian Riviera
$ 4,500
Artist: Natoli Domenico detto Scapin
Printer: Litografia “La Presse”, Milano
Size: 27.5 x 39 in / 70 x 100 cm
On/Off Linen: On Linen
Print Technique: Lithograph
Year: 1924
Condition & Comments: Nice condition, colors bright, some slight blemishes in margin; otherwise excellent

Ravello is a historic village perched above Italy’s Amalfi Coast, dating back to the 12th century. One of its famous landmarks is Villa Rufolo, built by a wealthy merchant family in the 1200s. The villa’s medieval architecture blends Greek, Arab, and Moorish influences due to Ravello’s location along Mediterranean trade routes. Villa Rufolo was first mentioned in 1353 in Boccaccio’s Decameron.

Ravello became a popular retreat for artists, musicians, and writers in the late 1800s during the Grand Tour era. Famous visitors included Robert Wagner, who composed part of his Parsifal opera here, as well as Virginia Woolf, D.H. Lawrence, Winston Churchill, and Greta Garbo. Today, Ravello still attracts celebrities seeking privacy on the Amalfi Coast.

The Italian National Tourist Board (ENIT), established in 1919, created posters like this one to promote travel within Italy. This particular poster, featuring Villa Rufolo, was designed by Publio Morbiducci (1889-1963), a noted artist known for his sculptures and designs for Italian currency and the 1936 Olympics.

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Ravello – Villa Rufolo, Publio Morbiducci, 1933
$ 1,575
Ravello – Villa Rufolo, Publio Morbiducci, 1933

Original 1933 Italian travel poster featuring Villa Rufolo in Ravello, designed by Publio Morbiducci and issued by the Italian National Tourist Board (ENIT). Ravello, a medieval village set high above the Amalfi Coast, is renowned for its panoramic views and historic architecture. Villa Rufolo, built in the 13th century by a wealthy merchant family, blends Arab, Moorish, and classical influences reflecting Ravello’s position on Mediterranean trade routes. The villa is famously mentioned in Boccaccio’s Decameron (1353).

From the late 19th century, Ravello became a celebrated retreat for artists, writers, and musicians during the era of the Grand Tour. Richard Wagner composed parts of Parsifal here, and later visitors included Virginia Woolf, D.H. Lawrence, Winston Churchill, and Greta Garbo.

Publio Morbiducci (1889–1963), best known as a sculptor and designer, also created striking poster art for ENIT. His works combined classical imagery with modernist design. This example, printed by Calcocromia Novarra, survives in nice condition with light folds and has strong historical significance as part of Italy’s interwar tourism campaign.

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Details

Title: Ravello – Villa Rufolo
Artist: Publio Morbiducci
Year: 1933
Editor: ENIT (Italian National Tourist Board)
Printer: Calcocromia Novarra
Size: 27.25 x 39 in.
Print Type: Lithograph
Linen: Not specified
Condition: Nice condition with light folds

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Vallee de Chevreuse by Robert Falcucci 1939 Circuuit Automobiles
$ 750
Vallée de Chevreuse — Robert Falcucci

Original 1939 lithograph by Robert Falcucci, printed by Imprimerie d’Art et Tourisme for the French National Railways (SNCF). This striking design promotes travel to the Vallée de Chevreuse, a picturesque region just southwest of Paris celebrated for its rolling hills, historic villages, and natural beauty. Falcucci illustrates the Vaux de Cernay, with reference to the Château de Dampierre and the Abbey of Port-Royal, landmarks tied closely to the area’s cultural history. At the time, the Vallée was also known as a circuit for early automobile tours beginning at Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, making this a poster that intersects both tourism and motoring heritage.

The poster is mounted on linen and preserved in excellent condition, rated “A,” with fresh colors and strong impression. A fine example of Falcucci’s work for French railways, combining elegance of design with a timeless subject that remains a favorite excursion for Parisians.

Title: Vallée de Chevreuse
Artist: Robert Falcucci
Date: 1939
Printer: Imprimerie d’Art et Tourisme
Size: 24 x 39 inches (approx. 61 x 99 cm)
Print Type: Lithograph
Condition: Excellent “A,” professionally backed on linen

Comments: Issued by SNCF to promote the scenic Vallée de Chevreuse near Paris, with references to the Château de Dampierre, Port-Royal Abbey, and the Vaux de Cernay. The region was a popular motoring and cycling route in the interwar period and remains celebrated for its landscapes and historic sites. An outstanding and authentic example of French railway poster design.

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Mallorca Baleares poster by Alo original c1930 on linen
$ 1,650
Artist: ALO
Printer: Moullot, Marseille
Size: 25 x 39″ / 62 x 100 cm
On/Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery
Print Technique: lithograph
Year: 1930

Mallorca by Alo c1930 on linen excellent

Rare poster for the BALEARIC ISLANDS OFF SPAIN FORMENTERA, MALLORCA ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPH CREATED BY THE PARIS LYON MEDITERRANEE RAILWAYS WHERE YOU TOOK THE TRAIN AND YOUR TICKET CONTINUES ON BOAT SUPPLIED BY COMPAGNIE DE NAVIGATION MIXTE. RARE Ready to ship. Poster is A condition ! The poster in excellent condition on linen

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Air France Europe by Jean Carlu 1930 travel poster rare
$ 1,250
Artist: Carlu, Jean
Printer: Air France, Paris
Size: 25 x 39″ / 62 x 100 cm
On/Off Linen: On Linen
Print Technique: lithograph
Year: 1930

Air France Europe by Jean Carlu c1930 on linen excellent

Vignettes of all the place to visit in Europe, eiffel tower, greek vase, etc. The Poster man is hanging posters of all the destinations. The poster shows a stain in the photo but that is only in the photo and not the poster as its another poster. The poster in excellent condition on linen

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Normandie by Georges Dorival on linen c1930 travel by Chemins des Fer
$ 550
Artist: Dorival, Georges
Printer: Cornille & Serre, Paris
Size: 25 x 39″ / 62 x 100 cm
On/Off Linen: On Linen
Print Technique: stone lithograph
Year: 1930

Chemin de Fer poster for travel to NOrmandie by Geo Dorival c 1930 on linen

Travel poster for the Chemins de Fer by Georges Dorival. The poster in excellent condition on linen

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