Original 1965 travel poster by Linoux, promoting the Côte d’Azur for the Société Nationale des Chemins de Fer Français (SNCF). This stunning composition captures the vivid charm of the French Riviera with its colourful sailboats, vibrant harbour scene, and the sunlit village crowned by an elegant church tower. Linoux’s bold brushstrokes and saturated palette evoke the heat, light, and Mediterranean energy that define the Côte d’Azur, transporting the viewer instantly to its lively marinas and historic coastal towns.
Created during the golden era of French railway tourism, this poster encouraged travellers to visit the south of France by train, combining convenience with the allure of glamorous seaside holidays. The dynamic angles and expressionist style reveal Linoux’s mastery in merging modern graphic design with painterly tradition, making this work not just a promotional piece but a standalone artwork.
An exceptional original lithographic poster ideal for collectors of vintage French travel art, mid-century design, and Riviera history. It embodies the elegance, escapism, and sunlit beauty that continue to inspire travellers and designers worldwide.
Railway - Tourism - Côte d'Azur - France
Printed by Perceval in Paris
Good condition, slight dirt
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