Description
France du Pacifique – Nouvelle-Calédonie Poster
A vivid mid-century French travel poster by Monique Cras promoting New Caledonia as an exotic Pacific destination. The composition is anchored by a monumental figure sounding a conch shell, rendered in expressive color blocks and dynamic linework characteristic of the period. Beyond its visual impact, the image reflects France’s effort to frame its overseas territories through cultural symbolism, blending indigenous identity with the allure of remote travel.
Details:
- Artist: Monique Cras
- Title: France du Pacifique, Nouvelle-Calédonie
- Date: c. 1960s
- Printer: Sicard, Paris
- Format: Vertical
Condition:
Archival linen backed, very good condition with vibrant color retention.
Dimensions & Framing:
Linen backed, ready to frame.
Provenance & Background:’
ssued during a period of increased promotion of French overseas territories, the poster emphasizes Kanak cultural motifs alongside the natural beauty of the Pacific. The conch shell—traditionally used for signaling—serves as both a visual focal point and symbolic call to discovery.
Authenticity:
Original lithograph, not a reproduction.
Purchase & Shipping:
Professionally packed and shipped with certificate of authenticity.
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