Newport News, VA
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Vintage United States Lines travel poster, possibly circa 1950s. Designed by artist Lester Beall. (1903-1969). He was famous for designing … Read more Vintage United States Lines travel poster, possibly circa 1950s. Designed by artist Lester Beall. (1903-1969). He was famous for designing some of the world's most recognizable logos and ads for corporations such as Caterpillar, Hilton, and Merrill Lynch. Features Bold lines and primary colors, reminiscent of the Art Deco, De Stijl Era. Appears to be a lithograph printed on thick paper stock. stamped "Printed in the U.S.A" behind "United States Lines" words. Poster measures about 22"w x 32 1/8"t. Will be shipped flat in protective plastic sleeve. See less
- Dimensions
- 22ʺW × 0.12ʺD × 32.12ʺH
- Styles
- Bauhaus
- Industrial
- Art Subjects
- Other
- Frame Type
- Unframed
- Period
- 1950s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Lithograph
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- There is a tear on bottom of poster, visible from the back. Light foxing on top, minor wear to edges … moreThere is a tear on bottom of poster, visible from the back. Light foxing on top, minor wear to edges from age. Sticker or tape residue on back where it was stuck to wall. One section has thinned paper on the back where letter "NE" shows thru. less
Newport News, VA
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