Etats associés d'Indochine

Published around 1948, this rare poster by Lucien Logé offers a powerful and refined representation of the French vision of the Union Française in Indochina, during a pivotal moment in colonial history. It reflects France’s attempt to reshape its overseas relationships in the post-WWII era through a more “cultural” and diplomatic lens.

This illustrated map depicts Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos as “Associated States,” according to late 1940s agreements. Through a richly detailed visual language — traditional scenes, temples, ships, exotic fauna, and local figures — the poster portrays an idealized and almost touristic Indochina. The imagery echoes colonial exoticism while deliberately omitting growing political tensions.

Logé’s artistic style, reminiscent of Lucien Boucher, blends decorative illustration with narrative cartography, making the poster both a soft-power propaganda tool and a standalone artistic creation. It is highly valued by collectors of illustrated maps and colonial history.

Why Collect This Poster?

• - Rarity: Very few original copies available. 

• - Historical value: A rare visual record of France’s post-colonial narrative in Southeast Asia.

• - Artistic quality: Rich composition, warm retro-colonial palette, cartographic storytelling.

• - Elegant decor: Ideal for vintage-style interiors, art galleries, collectors, or institutions.