Description
Saint-Rémy de Provence Original Travel Poster
A serene and painterly French travel poster for Saint-Rémy de Provence, created around 1920 by M. Coinon. The composition balances classical architectural elements in the foreground with the soft, rolling Alpilles mountains beyond, rendered in warm, luminous tones. Evoking the region’s long association with artists, the image presents Provence as a place of quiet light and enduring beauty, appealing to travelers drawn by both landscape and cultural heritage.
Details:
- Artist: M. Coinon
- Title: Saint-Rémy de Provence
- Date: c. 1920
- Country: France
- Format: Vertical
- Printing: Stone lithograph
- Size: 30.5 x 42.25 inches
Condition:
Archival linen backed, very good condition with minor handling wear consistent with age.
Dimensions & Framing:
Linen backed, ready to frame.
Provenance & Background:
Saint-Rémy, long associated with artists including Van Gogh, was promoted in the early 20th century as part of France’s cultural tourism network. This poster reflects that positioning, emphasizing light, landscape, and historic architecture rather than modern infrastructure, aligning the destination with artistic inspiration and rural refinement.
Authenticity:
Original antique lithograph, not a reproduction.
Purchase & Shipping:
Securely packaged and shipped with a certificate of authenticity.
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