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UnknownOriginal poster from 1955 beautifully promotes Vichy in France - SNCF1955
1955
$1,900.79
£1,425.94
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About the Item
This elegant and striking original poster from 1955 beautifully promotes Vichy, the famed spa town of central France, celebrated for its therapeutic waters and serene ambiance. Created for the French National Railways (SNCF), this composition encapsulates the allure of leisure, wellness, and refined escapism associated with Vichy’s golden era as a destination for relaxation and health.
At the heart of the poster is an iconic fountain, artistically depicted with dynamic splashes and graceful arcs of sparkling water, symbolizing the town’s mineral springs renowned for their therapeutic virtues. Inscribed upon the streams of water is the inviting message: "Tous les bienfaits d'une cure – Toutes les joies des vacances" ("All the benefits of a cure – All the joys of holidays"), perfectly capturing Vichy’s dual promise of healing treatments and carefree pleasure.
The carefully selected palette of soft blues, gentle greens, and crisp whites evokes purity, tranquility, and renewal—core elements of Vichy’s identity. The composition's balance of graceful typography and flowing visual forms epitomizes the sophisticated graphic style of mid-century French travel advertising.
During the mid-20th century, Vichy was among Europe’s most fashionable spa towns, attracting a cosmopolitan clientele drawn to its grand hotels, elegant gardens, and world-class health facilities. This poster was designed to encourage seasonal visits, specifically highlighting the months from May to October, emphasizing an ideal climate and vibrant cultural life.
Today, this vintage SNCF poster stands as a charming testament to Vichy’s heritage and the broader tradition of European spa tourism, offering contemporary viewers a nostalgic glimpse into a refined era when relaxation was elevated to an art form.
Original Poster
Railway - Tourism - Allier - France
All the benefits of a cure - All the joys of vacation
- Creation Year:1955
- Dimensions:Height: 38.59 in (98 cm)Width: 24.41 in (62 cm)
- Medium:
- Period:
- Condition:Good condition, traces of creases, on linen.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792216534782
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