“Messageries Maritimes” — Marseille to Asia Vintage Travel Poster (1958)
DESCRIPTION
Bold, elegant, and cinematic, this striking vintage travel poster captures the grandeur of postwar ocean travel with an imposing French ocean liner towering above calm tropical waters. In the foreground, a traditional sailboat contrasts beautifully with the sleek modern ship, symbolizing the meeting of cultures and the spirit of long-distance exploration.
Created in 1958 by French artist Jean Des Gachons for the legendary Messageries Maritimes shipping company, the poster promotes routes from Marseille to India, Ceylon, Malaysia, Vietnam, Hong Kong, the Philippines, and Japan. The warm golden palette, minimalist composition, and monumental perspective create a refined and timeless mid-century aesthetic.
With its sophisticated typography and dramatic maritime imagery, this artwork is an exceptional piece for collectors of vintage travel and nautical design.
ARTWORK DETAILS
- Title: Messageries Maritimes – Marseille Inde Ceylan Malaisie Viet Nam Hong Kong Philippines Japon
- Artist: Jean Des Gachons
- Company: Messageries Maritimes
- Year: 1958
- Style: Mid-century modern travel poster
- Theme: Ocean liner travel, Asia voyages, maritime exploration
Destinations Featured: India, Ceylon (Sri Lanka), Malaysia, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Philippines, Japan
Perfect For
- Coastal and nautical interiors
- Mid-century modern decor
- Vintage travel poster collections
- Maritime history enthusiasts
- Luxury office and library decor
- Boutique hotels and hospitality interiors
PRINT QUALITY
Our museum-quality reproduction is printed on thick matte paper (200 gsm / 80 lb) to enhance depth, texture, and color richness.
Each print is carefully color-corrected to stay faithful to the original vintage artwork.
AVAILABLE SIZES
Multiple sizes available to perfectly fit your space.
Need a custom size? Contact us anytime.
FRAMING
We offer a framing service so your poster arrives ready to hang in a solid pine wood frame — elegant, timeless, and made to beautifully showcase vintage artwork.
Each frame includes a hanging kit for easy wall mounting, while shatterproof plexiglass keeps your poster protected, lightweight, and safe.
Available in 4 frame styles: Natural Wood, Dark Wood, White, and Black.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
- Ships within 3–7 days
- Secure packaging to ensure safe delivery
- Express shipping available on request
- Free shipping on orders over $69 (code: MYGIFT)
RETURNS
Not satisfied? Contact us within 7 days — we’ll make it right with a replacement or refund.
