L. C. Besnay

1934 original poster by L. C. Besnay - Chemins de fer de l Est - Verdun - WWI

1934

Géo Dorival's 1912 travel poster for the Chemin de Fer de l'État, promoting the train routes from Caen to the picturesque seaside towns of Luc-sur-Mer, Langrune-sur-Mer, St. Aubin-su...

Charles Hallé's 1910 poster for the Chemins de fer de l'État, titled "Excursion en Normandie," stands as a picturesque journey to the heart of Normandy's...

This circa 1915 French wartime propaganda poster is a striking example of World War I-era rationing efforts, emphasizing collective sacrifice and equitable distribution. Designed under the direction of the Comité de Prévoyance et d’Économies, this poster encouraged the French population to ration essential goods, particularly sugar, during the war. At the heart of the artwork is a symbolic sugar loaf, partially cut by a saber, visually reinforcing the message of dividing resources fairly. The text reads: "Avec la carte, nous en aurons peu – mais nous en aurons tous." ("With the ration card, we will have little – but we will all have some.") This message aimed to instill a sense of national solidarity and compliance with rationing policies. The lower inscription, "Casse aujourd’hui ton sucre en deux pour en avoir demain?" ("Break your sugar in half today to have some tomorrow?"), serves as a direct appeal to personal responsibility in wartime resource management. The bold yet simple color scheme (blue, red, black, and beige) gives the poster a striking visual identity, making it both an effective propaganda piece and a historically significant artifact. This rare wartime poster is a powerful reminder of civilian resilience and the role of public cooperation in wartime economies. Due to its historical importance and striking design, it remains highly collectible, particularly among WWI memorabilia...

The 1918 original poster by Adolphe Willette, created for the Banque de l'Union Parisienne, is a compelling piece of wartime propaganda, urging citizens to contribute to the fourth national loan (4e Emprunt National). This poster, titled Pour que la France soit victorieuse comme à Valmy! (So that France may be victorious like at Valmy!), is a poignant call to action, blending historical reference with patriotic fervor to inspire public support during the final year of World War I. Adolphe Willette, a prominent French painter, illustrator, and political cartoonist, was known for his evocative and often satirical works. During the war, artists like Willette played a crucial role in shaping public sentiment and encouraging national unity through their art. This particular poster exemplifies his ability to harness the power of visual storytelling to evoke a sense of duty and pride in the French populace. The poster references the Battle of Valmy...

Original Vintage Travel Poster-J. Lacaze-Normandie-Bretagne-Jersey, c.1910 Poster from French Railways to promote the tourism in Normandy, Brittany, and Jersey Island...

Original 1926 Pointe de Penmarch vintage French travel poster, linen-backed, Grade A- condition, ready to frame. The poster is in very good condition. The right-hand border has a mark along its outer edge, as shown in the images. The mark is about 1.5" long and .75" wide. It is not a paper loss but a stain. Minimal wear for a used poster...

Original 1940 Loterie Nationale Vintage Poster. Tranche de l”Historie de France. Linen-backed in very good condition – excellent, ready to frame. The team of Eddgard Derouet and C...

Original Art Deco Travel Poster-Alo-Normandie-Bayeux-Calvados, 1922 Additional Information: Materials and Techniques: Colour lithograph on pap...