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'TWA London' Original Vintage Travel Poster by David Klein, 1950s

circa 1954

About the Item

During the 1950s and 1960s, American artist David Klein created dozens of alluring posters for Howard Hughes' glamorous Trans World Airlines, capturing the excitement and adventure of travel. His iconic designs, with their bright and colorful illustrations of famous landmarks, won many awards and came to define the spirit of the jet age. Issued by Trans World Airlines circa 1954, a Queen's Guard stands sentry in front of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament on Klein's painterly poster to advertise TWA flights to London, during a period of burgeoning interest in England following the 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. The TWA Constellation pictured zooming through the sky pre-dates the airline's late introduction of the jet engine. CONDITION Unfolded, not backed. Creasing to edges and bumps to corners with some light surface colour wear along edges. A few light creases throughout. Image and colours otherwise excellent.
  • Creator:
    David Klein (1918 - 2005, American)
  • Creation Year:
    circa 1954
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 25 in (63.5 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
    Unfolded, not backed. Creasing to edges and bumps to corners with some light surface color wear along edges. A few light creases throughout. Image and colors otherwise excellent. Unframed. Will be shipped rolled in a sturdy postal tube.
  • Gallery Location:
    Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: T000041stDibs: LU2555212590952
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