Enghien les Bains. 1901.

ARTIST: RAYMOND TOURNON (1870-1919) SIZE: 29 1/8 x 40 3/8 in./74 x 105.2 cm PRINTER: Imp. P. Dupont, Paris DESCRIPTION: Parisians of the early 20th century had a convenient way to escape the city: Chemin de Fer offered 120 daily trains running from Paris Saint Lazare to Enghien les Bains—at just 12 minutes per trip. Enghien is a spa town in the Ille de France region with purportedly curative waters. According to this poster—and several others advertising the destination—Enghien is also home to graceful swans. This well-dressed lady has fully embraced the getaway with piles of roses and a picturesque view. (Art Nouveau; Travel)