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Vincistriking 1937 original Air France poster by artist Vinci - Art Deco - Airlines1937
1937
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About the Item
This striking 1937 Air France poster by artist Vinci celebrates the airline’s rapidly expanding global air network, at a time when commercial aviation was still a symbol of modern marvel and international progress.
At the center of the composition is a dramatic, stylized silhouette of a woman gazing across the globe—a poetic embodiment of human curiosity and connection. Rising from the Earth, a vibrant trail of international flags illustrates the far-reaching destinations of Air France, capturing the spirit of adventure and unity that defined the golden age of air travel.
A plane soars confidently above the flags, emphasizing speed, innovation, and the airline’s role in bridging continents. The famous red Air France typography anchors the poster in bold Art Deco flair, while the soft pink backdrop and gradient shading lend a futuristic elegance to the image.
Created in 1937, the same year as the Exposition Internationale des Arts et Techniques dans la Vie Moderne in Paris, this poster echoes the optimism of the era and the belief in technology as a force for global harmony. Vinci, though lesser known than some of his contemporaries, here delivers a masterfully balanced composition that is both promotional and idealistic—a beautiful marriage of design and vision.
This piece is not merely advertising: it’s a window into a moment in time when air travel was transforming the world, and France was at its forefront.
Airline - Aviation - Tourism - France
With the flags of the countries served
Printed by Alépine
Cie in Paris
- Creator:Vinci
- Creation Year:1937
- Dimensions:Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 12.21 in (31 cm)
- Medium:
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- Condition:Very good condition, on linen.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792216168402
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