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Experience a magnificent piece of aviation history with this extraordinary Air France Planosphere poster, created by the legendary designer Lucien Boucher (1889–1971) in 1952. This museum-quality original lithograph represents one of the most iconic visualizations of global air travel during the golden age of commercial aviation, when Air France pioneered international routes connecting continents.
Measuring an impressive 38.5 x 24.5 inches, this linen-backed original lithograph showcases Boucher’s masterful interpretation of global geography through an Art Deco sensibility. The composition features a stunning dual-hemisphere planosphere design with intricate detailing, surrounded by an ornate decorative border rich in period motifs and ornamental flourishes. The color palette—dominated by deep blues, warm earth tones, and vibrant accents—reflects authentic vintage aviation aesthetics while documenting Air France’s extensive route network across the world’s oceans and continents.
Lucien Boucher revolutionized travel poster design, and this planosphere exemplifies why he became synonymous with Air France’s visual identity. The poster served as both promotional material and a geographical reference, appealing to travelers, cartography enthusiasts, and aviation collectors. Each route marker and geographical notation carries historical significance, documenting the mid-century expansion of commercial aviation.
This original exhibits the authentic patina of age, with slight color fading consistent with natural sun exposure—a characteristic that authentication specialists recognize as proof of genuine vintage provenance. The acid-free conservation mounting preserves the linen backing and ensures long-term stability. As an IVPDA-certified dealer, we guarantee authenticity with a Certificate of Authenticity. This Lucien Boucher masterpiece represents an investment-grade acquisition for serious collectors of vintage aviation and Art Deco design.
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