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Tourism - Paul Colin (1892-1985) - Bagnoles de l'Orne.
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Tourism - Paul Colin (1892-1985) - Bagnoles de l'Orne.
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Lot no. 135
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Tourism - Paul Colin (1892-1985) - Bagnoles de l'Orne.1937. Printer Chaix, Paris. 99.5x62.5cm. Original poster, lithograph, canvas-backed. Condition A-, folds. This town in the Orne region of Normandy is famous for its spa, renowned for treating phlebitis. During the 1930s, the spa seasons were punctuated by classical music concerts, horse races at the racecourse, golf competitions and a host of other entertainments aimed at a refined and demanding clientele. In response to such demand, a second casino was built. It was crucial for a spa to remain at the cutting edge of trends, so the buildings constructed during this period were largely inspired by the 'Art Deco' movement, which was extremely popular between the wars. It was mainly thanks to private investment that the construction of buildings in this new style was made possible. Frank Gould, the wealthy American who was already the proud owner of the Grand Hôtel, took a keen interest in transforming the resort. Like Albert Christophle during the Belle Époque, he became personally involved in its expansion. Among the most captivating examples of this type of architecture are the Casino du Lac designed by architect Auguste Bluysen and the Sacré-Coeur church (1934) designed by architect Olivier Michelin.
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