Vintage Casino de Biarritz Poster — Belle Époque Wall Art by Maurice Millière
DESCRIPTION
This beautiful vintage “Casino de Biarritz” poster by Maurice Millière
captures the luxurious spirit of the French Atlantic coast during the Belle Époque era. This charming vintage travel poster captures an elegant beachgoer entering the surf in stylish lace-up slippers and a decorative bow, accompanied by a devoted maid carrying away her towel—a delightful glimpse into the luxury and sophistication of late 19th-century French resort life.
The artwork was created by Maurice Millière, one of France’s most celebrated illustrators of the early 20th century. Best known for his graceful depictions of fashionable women, Millière was not only a talented poster artist but also a respected painter, printmaker, and designer. His illustrations appeared in numerous magazines and exhibitions throughout his career, earning him widespread acclaim and, later, the prestigious Legion of Honour.
Rendered in the flowing, decorative style of Art Nouveau, the poster beautifully combines elegance, movement, and romance. The fashionable bathing attire, likely inspired by Millière’s experience in designing women’s garments, reflects the era’s ideals of beauty and refinement. Beyond its advertising purpose, the artwork serves as a captivating record of the glamorous seaside culture that made Biarritz one of Europe’s most desirable resort destinations.
Today, this poster is highly prized by collectors of vintage travel posters, Art Nouveau prints, French coastal art, and Belle Époque memorabilia. Its timeless charm and sophisticated aesthetic make it a stunning addition to any home, office, or vintage poster collection.
ARTWORK DETAILS
- Title: Casino de Biarritz
- Artist: Maurice Millière (1871-1946)
- Style: Art Nouveau / Belle Époque Travel Advertising
- Era: Early 1900s
- Theme: Luxury travel, seaside elegance, casino culture, French coastal life
- Features: Fashionable women, ocean waves, Biarritz coastline, elegant typography
- Color Palette: Sea green, cream, soft blue, coral red, pastel gold
Perfect for
- French coastal decor
- Luxury beach house interiors
- Art Nouveau collections
- Elegant living rooms and bedrooms
- European travel poster enthusiasts
- Boutique hotels and cafés
- Vintage Riviera wall art collections
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.
