Original Linen-Backed Poster - Roger Bezombes, Côte d’Azur, 1956 - Offset

In a burst of sun-drenched colours, Roger Bezombes presents his vibrant 1956 vision of the Côte d’Azur. Created for the French National Railway Company (SNCF), this vintage travel poster celebrates the radiant South of France with a pictorial freedom rarely seen in tourism advertising.

Here, the seafront is awash in vivid, almost Fauvist hues. Facades in ochre, pink, and lemon rise before a cobalt-blue sea, where boats in zesty greens and delicate mauves gently float. At the centre, a white bell tower stands proudly against soft rolling hills, evoking the promise of a Mediterranean escape. The eye glides effortlessly through this joyful composition, where market scenes, palm trees, and colourful sails create a distinctly festive atmosphere.

Printed in Paris by Publicité Sj., this offset poster - 39.2 x 24.8 inches - showcases Bezombes’ full chromatic expression. Linen-backed and preserved in A+ condition, it stands out for its exceptional state and remarkably fresh colours. A radiant invitation to travel through image - where sunshine, art, and elegance converge.