Artist: David Klein
Condition: A/A- *
Dimensions: 25.2 x 39.8 in. / 64 x 101 cm.
Circa: 1960s
Linen Backed
* See Condition Grading section for further details
There is minor edge and corner wear, small tears, and toning; a small smudge bottom right corner area; this great midcentury modern Chicago airline travel poster should display beautifully once framed.
A vibrant celebration of the Windy City, this iconic TWA travel poster bursts with the bold colors and dynamic energy of mid-century graphic design. Dominated by a sweeping psychedelic arc bearing "CHICAGO," the composition layers the city's most beloved landmarks into a rich, collage-style illustration.
At the center, one of the Art Institute of Chicago's legendary bronze lions stands proudly, flanked by the ornate Gothic spires of the Chicago Water Tower — a symbol of the city's resilience. To the left, the sleek curved façade of Marina City rises alongside the glittering downtown skyline. A stately decorative street clock and a swirling wind motif pay homage to Chicago's famous nickname.
Above it all, a jet aircraft soars across the composition beneath the bold "FLY TWA" call to action, capturing the glamour and optimism of the golden age of air travel.