XIII Olympic Winter Games Skiing

This beautiful ski poster was created by the respected French illustrator and artist, Roger Broders (1883-1953) renowned for his travel posters which have become very sought after and collectible. This poster was created for the French railway company PLM and advertises automotive services through the French Alps,  from the sea to the high mountains.

Originally printed in Paris by Cornille & Sierra circa 1920. 

Broders’ posters predominently promoted tourism destinations in France, typically the popular beaches of the Cote d’Azur and skiing resorts in the Fernch Alps in the early 20th century. Roger Broders travel posters were distinctive for their simple lines and bold, flat areas of color, combined with noticeable graphical perspective showing mountains and seascapes in the background. Broders’ illustrations depicting people show active elongated figures wearing elegant, contemporary clothes. His posters were simply and boldly lettered identifying the destination, and were often supplemented with a brief slogan.

The Paris Lyon Mediteranée Company (PLM), commissioned Broders’ poster art, sponsoring his travel so he could visit the subjects of his work. From 1922 to 1932, Broders fully dedicated himself to poster art, producing many posters.

Our posters are carefully and professionally created from vintage originals. Whilst great care is taken in the production of these posters, we also try to maintain a vintage feel, so there may be small imperfections, fold marks, scuffs, tears or marks that were part of the original poster master. If these do appear they should be visible on the larger views of the item on this listing. The originals of many of the posters we offer can cost many thousands of pounds, so whilst these posters look great, especially framed and mounted on a wall, they are intended as a fun, affordable reproductions and not intended fine art prints.

The 50x70cm version has been specially produced to be used in conjunction with Ikea’s 50x70cm Ribba picture frame which currently retails for around £12. So you can bag a bargain of print and frame for a great price.