Paris to Peking: 12 Days on The Trans-Siberian Express

A powerful locomotive charges forward across a globe, its iron form cutting a direct line between continents. Behind it, the route is traced in vivid red, linking Paris and its iconic monuments, including the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, and Notre-Dame, with the golden temples and pagodas of Peking. Above the map, monumental typography proclaims the journey: “12 Days - The Trans-Siberian Express.” The composition is both geographic and symbolic, celebrating one of the most ambitious rail routes ever conceived, collapsing cultures and distance into a single dramatic image.

This poster is considered extremely rare, a masterpiece of early 20th-century railway advertising. Its globe-spanning imagery captures the glamour of international travel at a time when rail was the fastest and most luxurious way to connect East and West. Few posters embodied such scale and ambition, making surviving examples highly prized by collectors and institutions alike.

As interior décor, the design brings both drama and sophistication into a space. The deep earth tones of the globe contrast with the golden details of the temples and the Parisian skyline, making it a commanding focal point in offices, studies, libraries, or grand living spaces. It conveys a sense of ambition, adventure, and cultural richness, perfect for interiors that seek to embody global perspective and timeless elegance.This High Quality reproduction is Exclusively available at Être Studios, an inspired choice for collectors of rare travel posters, railway history enthusiasts, and those seeking statement décor with international grandeur. This original artwork was sourced from a Paris flea market in 2017, adding to its authenticity and storied provenance.