The 1922 color lithograph Marseille, la grande métropole industrielle et commerciale by Roger Broders presents a view of Marseille’s bustling port, dominated by large steamships and cargo activity in the foreground. The composition features a prominent white ocean liner with black and red funnels, docked alongside smaller vessels and silhouetted masts, while groups of workers handle goods on the quay. The background depicts the densely packed cityscape of Marseille, rendered in pastel hues, rising up to the recognizable silhouette of Notre-Dame de la Garde atop the hill.

The entire scene is set against a striking yellow sky and water, emphasizing the vibrancy and industrial energy of the port. This work is characteristic of early twentieth-century French travel posters, which often employed bold colors, simplified forms, and dramatic perspectives to promote destinations and modern transportation networks. Roger Broders was known for his travel posters commissioned by railway companies, and his style is evident in the crisp outlines and vivid palette of this lithograph. The poster advertises Marseille as a major industrial and commercial metropolis, reflecting the city’s importance as a Mediterranean port during this era.

The work is documented as originating from 1922 and is included in the collection of Heritage Auctions.