Original 1952 Air France Poster for Travel to Paris by Regis Manset 1952

This Air France “Paris” poster by Régis Manset beautifully captures the romance and accessibility of postwar travel to one of the world’s most iconic cities. Rendered in a light, painterly style, the composition presents a charming aerial perspective of Paris, anchored by the Eiffel Tower rising prominently in the foreground. Beyond it, the city unfolds with recognizable landmarks including the domed Sacré-Cœur and the towers of Notre-Dame, all arranged in a soft, inviting panorama. A classic propeller airplane glides across the sky overhead, reinforcing the modernity and excitement of air travel during this period. The bold “PARIS” headline and “AIR FRANCE” branding below ground the image in clarity and purpose, making it an effective and enduring piece of travel advertising.Régis Manset (dates not widely documented) was a French artist and illustrator active during the mid-20th century, known for his contributions to travel poster design, particularly for Air France. His work reflects a transition from the more graphic, high-contrast styles of earlier poster artists to a softer, more painterly aesthetic that emphasized mood and destination appeal. Manset’s posters often highlight famous landmarks rendered with a sense of charm and accessibility, aligning perfectly with the growing democratization of air travel in the postwar era. 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.