The New Sunset Limited / French Quarter Lounge. Circa 1950. Poster advertising the New Orleans-themed lounge car on Southern Pacific’s Sunset Limited. The train traveled between Los Angeles and New Orleans in 42 hours, covering 2,070 in “streamlined” rail service that was the fastest available at the time. According to SP’s advertising, “The full-length lounge suggests the mood of New Orleans’ famous Vieux Carre, but in a modern setting. White wrought-iron grillwork accentuates the old French Quarter feeling. The watermelon-red ceiling lends a touch of Mardi Gras atmosphere.” 23 1/8 x 16”. Linen backed. Signature illegible (Sperry?). Repaired closed marginal tears, a few into image. B+.