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Airplane Posters Modernist Constructivist Design

Offered by: Bizarre Bazaar

Description
This is a set of six English Aviation posters created by the Directorate of Air Traffic and Safety in 1946. Although not signed, the striking modernist works in the style of Edward McKnight Kauffer a very well known illustrator from this period. Examples of these posters exist in the permanent collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, England. Each poster measures 22" x 17" and are in very good condition. Creased as issued. There is also one small crease to the top right corner of 'Check Brakes' and a light water stain on the right rear stabilizer in 'Line Up Runway' The posters are framed in a very thin black metal frames and under glass, hence some reflection in photos. They are very decorative images for a den, office, library, hanger or bedroom. Reasonably priced.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Color Lithograph
Condition:	Excellent. One has a small fold in corner and one has a light small water stain
Creation Date:	1946
Styles / Movements:	Color
Incollect Reference #:	201098

Dimensions

W.	17 in;	H.	22 in;
W.	43.18 cm;	H.	55.88 cm;

Message from Seller:

Bizarre Bazaar opened its first retail location in NYC back in 1985, specializing in Antique Toys, Vintage Transportation & Industrial Models, Perfume Bottles and Art Deco

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