Original 1920s PLM Railway Travel Poster – Route des Alpes et du Jura

This stunning original vintage Route des Alpes et du Jura travel poster, printed circa 1920 by the renowned Champenois press in Paris, captures the grandeur of the Jura Crest Trail—a legendary route winding through the Swiss Alps, connecting Zurich to Geneva. Commissioned by the PLM Railway, this striking artwork by Dric is titled The Way of an Eagle and dramatically juxtaposes nature’s power with human exploration. A commanding brown eagle perches on a jagged roadside cliff, surveying the winding mountain pass below, where an open-top touring car filled with passengers ascends the peach and green-hued cliffs. The bold white lettering stands out against a deep blue sky, reinforcing the poster’s message of adventure and discovery. A masterpiece of early 20th-century travel advertising, this poster remains in excellent condition, with vivid colors and crisp details. Expertly mounted on linen for preservation, it stands as a testament to the golden age of European rail travel and the artistry of vintage lithographic prints.