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Poster, Paris to Marseille to North Africa by rail and sea
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Poster, Paris to Marseille to North Africa by rail and sea
Travel poster, Paris to Marseille by rail, Marseille to North Africa in 37 hours by steamer, CGT Compagnie Generale Transatlantique and PLM. A spectacular and rare poster for CGT and its joint venture with the PLM railway. Created between 1858 and 1862 from the amalgamation of the earlier Paris-Lyons and Lyons-Mediterranean companies, and subsequently incorporating a number of smaller railways, the PLM operated chiefly in the south-east of France, with a main line which connected Paris to the Cote d?Azur by way of Dijon, Lyons and Marseilles. As such, it was perfectly positioned to offer a train/ocean liner experience to its travelling passengers. 24ins. 39ins. Date: 1930s
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Step aboard the extraordinary journey from Paris to North Africa with this travel poster from the 1930s. The image showcases the seamless connection between rail and sea travel, as offered by the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique (CGT) and the Paris-Lyon-Mediterranée (PLM) railway. Established between 1858 and 1862, the PLM railway was formed from the amalgamation of earlier companies, including the Paris-Lyons and Lyons-Mediterranean lines. With its main line connecting Paris to the Côte d'Azur via Dijon, Lyons, and Marseilles, the PLM was ideally situated to provide an unparalleled travel experience. The poster highlights the quick and convenient 37-hour journey from Marseille to North Africa by steamer, following the rail trip from Paris. The vibrant colors of orange, blue, and cream evoke a sense of adventure and excitement, while the sleek design showcases the modernity and sophistication of the transportation methods. This spectacular poster is a testament to the golden age of travel, when journeys were as much about the experience as they were about reaching the destination. The collaboration between CGT and PLM allowed passengers to seamlessly transition from train to steamer, making their trip from Paris to North Africa an unforgettable adventure.
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