Luchon - Reine des Pyrene'es - Soubie

This striking railway poster by Roger Soubie presents a panoramic view of Luchon, nestled in the heart of the Pyrenees and celebrated as the “Queen of the Pyrenees.” From a high vantage point, the viewer looks across a sunlit valley toward the town below, framed by dramatic mountain peaks rendered in vibrant, layered colors. In the foreground, two elegantly dressed riders on horseback pause to admire the landscape, adding a sense of leisure, refinement, and scale to the sweeping scene.Created for the Chemins de Fer d’Orléans et du Midi, the poster reflects the golden age of French railway travel, when destinations were promoted as both picturesque and easily accessible by train. Soubie’s composition balances grandeur and intimacy, combining expansive alpine scenery with subtle human presence. The lower panel vignettes reinforce Luchon’s identity as a prestigious spa and resort town, known for its thermal baths, hotels, and outdoor pursuits.Roger Soubie (1898–1984) was a French painter and poster artist closely associated with travel and tourism advertising in the interwar period. Renowned for his strong draftsmanship, rich color palettes, and carefully structured compositions, Soubie produced numerous posters for French railway companies that highlighted regional landscapes and leisure destinations. His work helped define the visual language of French travel posters in the 1920s and 1930s, and remains highly regarded for its elegance, clarity, and enduring appeal.This is an Original Vintage Poster, it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all our posters.