The Museum of Decorative Arts is presenting a spectacular exhibition dedicated to the legendary Orient Express, offering visitors an immersive dive into the opulent world of 1920s luxury travel. The exhibition showcases the golden age of this iconic train service that epitomized elegance and sophistication during the interwar period.
The comprehensive display features authentic artifacts, period furnishings, and meticulously recreated interiors that transport visitors back to the glamorous era of transcontinental rail travel. Visitors can experience the lavish dining cars, sleeping compartments, and salon cars that made the Orient Express synonymous with luxury and adventure throughout Europe and beyond.
The exhibition highlights the cultural significance of the Orient Express during the 1920s, when it served as a symbol of international connectivity and refined travel. The train route connected major European cities and became a meeting place for aristocrats, diplomats, writers, and other notable figures of the era, fostering cultural exchange across national boundaries.
Through carefully curated displays, the museum presents the artistic and design elements that defined the Orient Express experience, including Art Deco influences, fine craftsmanship, and attention to detail that characterized luxury travel during this transformative decade. The exhibition serves as both a historical retrospective and a celebration of the enduring legacy of one of the world's most famous train services.
