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Bystander Riviera supplement - train de luxe
Cover of The Bystander magazines Riviera supplement carrying an illustrated advertisement for the Train de Luxe Calais-Mediterranean Express which ran daily from Calais to the Riviera. It ran in connection with the 11am train from London Victoria (South East & Chatham Railway) and the journey took 22 hours in total. As illustrated, the train conveyed travellers to the Cote d Azur in the most comfortable surroundings. Date: 1913
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Bystander Calais Comfortable Compartment Daily Dining Express Luxurious Mediterranean Privileged Riviera Stylish Supplement Trains Travellers Waiter
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Media Storehouse greeting cards. This elegant design features the cover of The Bystander magazine's Riviera supplement from 1930s, showcasing an illustrated advertisement for the luxurious Train de Luxe Calais-Mediterranean Express. Travel back to the golden age of glamour and sophistication with this vintage-inspired card, perfect for any special occasion.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.4cm x 12.5cm (6.1" x 4.9")
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step aboard the Train de Luxe Calais-Mediterranean Express, as depicted on the cover of the Riviera supplement from The Bystander magazine in 1913. This illustrated advertisement invites privileged travellers to embark on a luxurious journey from Calais to the Cote d'Azur, a holiday destination par excellence. The daily train, which ran in connection with the 11am train from London Victoria (South East & Chatham Railway), promised a comfortable 22-hour journey in the most stylish surroundings. The Train de Luxe offered travellers an unparalleled level of comfort and service. As shown in the image, each compartment was elegantly furnished, with plush seating and large windows offering stunning views of the passing countryside. The dining car, staffed by impeccably dressed waiters, provided sumptuous meals, ensuring that every need was catered to. The Train de Luxe was more than just a means of transport; it was an experience in itself. The journey was a testament to the golden age of travel, when the journey was as important as the destination. The Train de Luxe Calais-Mediterranean Express offered travellers a chance to unwind and indulge in the pleasures of the journey, as they made their way to the sun-soaked shores of the French Riviera. The Bystander magazine's Riviera supplement, with its stunning cover advertisement, captured the essence of this luxurious train journey, enticing travellers to experience the magic of the Train de Luxe Calais-Mediterranean Express for themselves.
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