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TRAVEL POSTER - Brisbane Vintage Poster

Name: TRAVEL POSTER - Brisbane Vintage Poster
Brand: Mapworld
Price: 49.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

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☀️ “Brisbane — River City of the North” Vintage Travel Poster (c.1940)

Bathed in golden light and subtropical warmth, this classic Brisbane travel poster invites you to escape winter and head north. Issued by the Queensland Government Tourist Bureau around 1940, it presents Brisbane as a sunlit river city—relaxed, welcoming, and confidently modern—capturing the optimism and romance of Australia’s interwar travel boom.

A winter holiday in the sun.

🌴 Iconic Imagery from the Golden Age of Travel

A sweeping view over Brisbane and the winding Brisbane River
The historic windmill anchoring the city’s colonial heritage
Lush greenery and warm skies evoking subtropical comfort
Decorative poinsettia—Brisbane’s floral emblem—adding seasonal colour
Elegant period typography encouraging travellers to “Take a Kodak with you”

📐 Size Options

Format	Dimensions (H × W)
Standard	720 mm × 455 mm

Original proportions preserved. Custom sizing available on request.

🎨 Premium Format Options

📄 Paper — Printed on heavyweight 170 gsm coated paper, ideal for framing under glass.

🧽 Laminated — True encapsulation with 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate; durable, wipe-clean, and display-ready.

🪵 Laminated + Wooden Hang Rails — Natural timber rails with hanging cord for effortless wall display.

🖼️ Canvas — 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas, printed using pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for longevity.

🪵 Canvas + Wooden Hang Rails — Gallery-style canvas presentation with timber rails top and bottom.

⏳ Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed finishes, as each is professionally assembled.

🎁 Ideal For

Lovers of vintage Australian travel art
Queensland and Brisbane locals
Mid-century, retro, and coastal interiors
Offices, studies, and heritage-inspired spaces

🌏 A Poster That Tells a Story

Created to entice southern and overseas travellers, this poster reflects Brisbane’s emergence as a sunny, modern destination—where river breezes, warm winters, and relaxed city life promised a different pace of Australia.

🖼️ Display with Confidence

Whether framed, laminated, or displayed on canvas with timber hang rails, this Brisbane poster brings warmth, colour, and classic Australian charm to any room.

Sunlit. Inviting. Timeless.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the TRAVEL POSTER - Brisbane Vintage Poster depict?

The TRAVEL POSTER - Brisbane Vintage Poster is a high-quality reproduction of a vintage travel poster. Mapworld's travel poster range features classic Australian and international destination artwork from the golden age of travel — originally produced for airlines, railways, and tourism boards. These make striking wall art for home and office.

Is this an original or reproduction print?

Mapworld sells both original antique maps and high-quality reproduction prints. Reproduction prints are clearly identified in the product title and are produced on quality paper to closely replicate the appearance of historic originals. Original antique maps are individually described and priced according to condition and rarity.

Is this print suitable for framing?

Yes, antique map prints make excellent framed artworks. Check the product dimensions to select an appropriate frame. Mapworld can advise on framing options.

Does Mapworld ship the TRAVEL POSTER - Brisbane Vintage Poster across Australia?

Yes, Mapworld ships Australia-wide. Standard shipping is a flat $7 rate, with free standard shipping on orders over $75. Express options are available at checkout. Most orders placed before 2pm AEST on weekdays are dispatched same day.