Exploring the Depth of Hugo d’Alési’s Artistry Through His Late 19th Century Posters

Let’s wind the clock back to the late 19th century, a period bustling with artistic fervor and innovation. Among the stars of this era, Hugo d’Alési carved out a niche that continues to enchant us. Known for his exquisite travel posters, d’Alési had a knack for capturing the essence of a destination with a blend of precision and romantic flair.

D’Alési’s posters are a masterclass in the lithographic process, standing out for their vibrant colors and meticulous detail. He had this unique ability to blend technical accuracy with artistic expression, making each poster a work of art. The use of bold, inviting colors and intricate details not only served to attract the viewer’s eye but also conveyed the atmosphere and charm of each destination.

His works featured a range of destinations, from the bustling streets of Paris to the serene landscapes of the Swiss Alps and the mysterious allure of the Middle East. Each poster was a promise of adventure, capturing the imagination of potential travelers and enticing them with the promise of the unknown.

#1 Chocolat-Meunier-Frères, circa 1880s

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#2 P. L. M., Aix les Bains, 1889

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#3 Chemin de Fer d’Orléans, Excursions en Auvergne, 1894

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#4 La Turbie sur Monte-Carlo, PLM, 1894

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#5 Chemin de Fer de l’Est, Hte Engadine, St.Moritz, 1895

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#6 Lac Leman, 1895

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#7 Schweiz, Rhône-Thal, Jura – Simplon Bahn, 1895

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#8 Exposition du Centenaire de la Lithographie, 1897

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#9 Chemins de Fer d’Orléans, Touraine et Berry, Château de Valençay, 1898

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#10 Engrais Joudrain & Cie., 1898

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#11 Vichy – P.L.M., 1898

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#12 Advertisement for Nestlé’s Milk, circa 1890s

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#13 Chemin de Fer d’Orléans, Bordeaux, circa 1890s

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#14 Chemin de Fer d’Orléans, L’Auvergne, circa 1890s

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#15 Chemin de Fer de l’Est, De Paris à Venise, circa 1890s

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#16 Chemin de Fer de Paris-Lyon-Méditerranée, L’Andalousie-Vue de Grenade, circa 1890s

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#17 Chemin de Fer P.L.M., Tunisie, circa 1890s

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#18 Chemins de Fer de L’Est, Plombières les Bains, Vosges, circa 1890s

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#19 Chemins de fer P.L.M., Le Mont Blanc, circa 1890s

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#20 Chemins de fer P.L.M., Le Puy (Haute-Loire), circa 1890s

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#21 Chemins de Fer PLM, Simplon, Venise, Milan, circa 1890s

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#22 Excursions au Mont-Blanc, Chemins de Fer P.L.M., circa 1890s

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#23 Haldy, Besançon, Elles Règlent le Soleil, circa 1890s

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#24 Jura-Simplon-Bahn, Schweitz, Oberland, circa 1890s

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#25 Le Mont Cervin, P.L.M., circa 1890s

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#26 Les Pyrénées, Cirque de Gavarnie, circa 1890s

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#27 Mer de Glace, Mont Blanc, Savoie, circa 1890s

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#28 P. L. M., Hyères, Golf Club, circa 1890s

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#29 Paris-Lyon-Méditerranée, Hyères-Golf Club, Courses de Chevaux, circa 1890s

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#30 Paris-Lyon-Méditerranée, Lac d’Annecy, circa 1890s

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#31 Tour Métallique de Fourvières, circa 1890s

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#32 Venise par Belfort, Bâle, Lucerne et le St. Gothard, circa 1890s

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