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vintage travel posters by david klein







I have always loved designer David Klein’s iconic posters for airline TWA. Created in the 1950′s, the illustrations are gorgeous depictions of travel destinations. It would be great to see modern airlines return to advertising that motivates one to travel rather than photos of aircrafts and details of bargain deals. From the star-filled city of Los Angeles to the romantic layers of a Spanish flamenco dress, David perfectly captures the essence of colour-filled travel spots. I don’t think I have ever seen an illustration of New York that I love more!

(images via flavorwire)

POSTED ON April 22, 2011

LABELS: artists & designers, graphic design, illustration, many colours, travel & wanderlust, vintage   2 Comments   Tweet This

2 comments

Winstroll
June 6, 2011 at 3:16 am


I love plentyofcolour.com , bookmarked for future reference

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Kevin Creed
April 22, 2012 at 2:44 pm


I too have started collecting David’s TWA posters. My mum used to work for TWA. I have Germany, Africa (as above) and Foire Mondial de New York. Happy collecting.

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