Vintage Poster Bordeaux – Chemin de Fer d'Orléans (1896)
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Bordeaux: Chemin de fer d'Orléans

PT375

Old poster for the Orleans Railway Company for the city of Bordeaux by Hugo d'Alesi, circa 1890.

  • Year : circa 1890
  • Country of the poster : France
  • Condition : excellent
  • Presentation : on linen
  • Poster designer : Hugo d'Alesi
  • Printing process : lithography
  • Signed : yes
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Step into the golden age of French rail travel with this stunning vintage poster, created circa 1896 by F. Hugo d'Alési, a renowned illustrator of the late 19th century. Commissioned by the Chemin de Fer d'Orléans railway company, this rare lithograph advertises the luxurious train route connecting Paris and Bordeaux, then a shining symbol of French modernity.

The large-format composition captures the elegance of Belle Époque travel with a sweeping panoramic view of Bordeaux. You can admire the Garonne river, iconic bridges, and the historic skyline. On the left, a grapevine evokes the region’s famed wine heritage, adding a rich local touch.

At the center, a circular vignette reveals the luxurious interior of a first-class railway carriage, underlining the comfort and prestige of these express trains. Below, a steam locomotive speeds ahead—an emblem of progress and the irresistible charm of early train journeys.

Printed by the Ateliers Hugo d'Alési in Paris, this work is part of the golden tradition of French railway posters, conceived as true visual invitations to travel and discovery.

Why is this piece exceptional?

  • Authentic: Original color lithograph from ca. 1896

  • Belle Époque design: Elegant, richly detailed, and vibrantly colored

  • Created by a master: Artwork by F. Hugo d’Alési (1849–1906), a key figure of French travel posters

  • Railway heritage: A historic tribute to the iconic Paris–Bordeaux line

  • Rare decorative piece: Ideal for refined interiors, collectors, or gallery display

Year
circa 1890
Country of the poster
France
Poster designer
Hugo d'Alesi
Vintage poster
original
Printing process
lithography
Actual size (inches)
30 X 42 inches
Condition
excellent
Presentation
on linen
Signed
yes
City
Bordeaux

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