Vichy – 6 Heures de Paris | 1895 Sala Original Art Nouveau Travel Poster
| Genre: | Travel |
|---|---|
| Artist: | Sala |
| Year Printed: | 1895 |
| Size: | 33.5" x 49.75" |
| Country of Poster: | Unknown |
| Restoration Detail: | Unrestored |
| Grade: | Very Fine |
| Additional Information: | Travel to the elegant French spa city of Vichy with this rare original 1895 Art Nouveau travel poster by artist Sala, printed by Imp. Viellemard, Paris. This beautiful stone lithograph advertising poster promotes the rail journey to Vichy—just six hours from Paris—and captures the fashionable atmosphere of one of France’s most celebrated spa destinations. The striking composition features a stylish Belle Époque woman holding a vibrant red parasol, elegantly dressed and surrounded by scenes of Vichy’s attractions. Decorative vignettes illustrate the city’s highlights, including its grand casino, landscaped parks, historic architecture, and fashionable promenades, all set against the lush countryside that made Vichy famous as a health and leisure resort. During the late 19th century, Vichy became one of Europe’s most popular thermal spa destinations, drawing aristocrats, artists, and international travelers who came to enjoy the town’s celebrated mineral springs, refined social life, and beautiful architecture. Posters such as this promoted the growing railway network that made the resort easily accessible from Paris. Designed in the flowing decorative style of the Art Nouveau period, Sala’s poster combines elegant typography, vibrant color, and graceful figures typical of Belle Époque advertising art. Its intricate imagery and rich lithographic printing make it a highly desirable example of early European travel poster design. This original 1895 stone lithograph poster has been professionally archivally mounted on linen and remains in good condition with minor restoration. A small missing area at the lower left corner has been stabilized during conservation. The images shown depict the exact poster you will receive. This is an original antique poster — not a reproduction. Authenticity & Guarantee The Vintage Poster has worked with collectors around the world for decades, helping build exceptional collections of original vintage posters. Every poster we sell includes a , and we stand firmly behind the description and condition of each piece. As an IVPDA‑certified vintage poster dealer, The Vintage Poster offers collectors a trusted online destination available 24/7. Our inventory is updated frequently, and secure ordering makes collecting easy. Add this poster to your cart to complete your purchase, and it will be carefully packaged and delivered directly to your door. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. |
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