Nov 10, 2022 - Sale 2621

Sale 2621 - Lot 67

Unsold
Estimate: $ 800 - $ 1,200

MARGERY JOHNSON (DATES UNKNOWN)

THE CONTINENT / SOUTHERN RAILWAY. 1936.


39x24 1/4 inches, 99x61 1/2 cm. McCorquodale & Co. Ltd., London.
Condition B+ / B: replaced losses, repaired tears, and overpainting at edges; overpainting along vertical and horizontal folds, affecting text and image.

A rare poster promoting day trips on the Southern Railway from Victoria to destinations in France and Belgium. A panoply of images, from the French currency and flag, to the Eiffel Tower, a chef, a baguette and champagne, the Pont du Gard, a woman weaving lace and more - each encompasses the sights and experiences to be had. The poster notes that no passport is needed and advertises the bonus of free meals.