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vintage travel poster for Air France, promoting travel to North Africa (Afrique du Nord), created by the renowned French graphic artist Bernard Villemot. The poster dates to approximately 1948 or 1949.
Poster Details
Artist: Bernard Villemot (1911–1989), a major figure in 20th-century poster art known for his simple lines, bold colors, and elegant style.
Airline: Air France, which maintained a strong connection to North Africa, particularly Morocco, during the mid-20th century.
Design: The artwork presents an evocative, modernist vision of a North African city, likely inspired by locales in Morocco such as Casablanca. It features a prominent minaret, white buildings with typical stucco roofs and domes, and palm trees, with an airplane flying overhead.
Printing: The original posters were lithographs, printed in France by Hubert Baille & Cie. |
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