Vintage New York – Chicago Central Rail System Travel Poster 1938
Vintage High-quality reproduction of original poster – A great vintage look! Looks exactly like an original.
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(BLACK or WHITE FRAMES ONLY) White frames are only available in the USA and can only be requested at the time of purchase.
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THE PRINTED PRODUCT
About your print:
Printed professionally on high-quality photographic paper (NOT cheap card stock!) with a matte finish
using archival inks that will last years.
It arrives carefully wrapped.
Note: This is not the original it is a copy of the original poster.
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JPG 3:4 ratio for printing sizes (file labelled 18×24):
6″ x 8″
9″ x 12″
12″ x 16″
15″ x 20″
18″ x 24″ – 23″x36″ or larger.
About Chicago Central Rail System
In 1938, the Chicago Central Rail System epitomized the zenith of railway travel, and its essence was immortalized in a vibrant poster capturing the era’s spirit. The poster, a testament to Art Deco aesthetics, showcased a sleek locomotive hurtling through the cityscape, trailing plumes of smoke against a backdrop of geometric skyscrapers. The bold reds, blues, and golds of the poster reflected the dynamism and optimism of the time. Chicago’s iconic landmarks, like the Willis Tower and the Chicago Board of Trade Building, stood proudly, underlining the city’s architectural prowess. The stylized typography exuded modernity, emphasizing the rail system’s pivotal role in progress. As a visual time capsule, the 1938 Chicago Central Rail System poster not only beckoned travellers but also encapsulated the urban energy, technological marvels, and design sensibilities that defined the railway experience in that transformative period.
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