“Fly B.O.A.C. to the Rome Olympics” Vintage Travel Poster (1960)
Bold, celebratory, and unmistakably jet-age, this striking reproduction of the Fly B.O.A.C. to the Rome Olympics poster captures the electrifying moment when global sport and modern aviation converged. Issued for the 1960 Rome Olympic Games, the artwork radiates confidence—promising speed, sophistication, and a front-row seat to history.
With its vivid orange field, graphic Roman landmarks, and Olympic rings, this is mid-century travel advertising at its most dynamic—an irresistible statement piece from the dawn of mass international flight.
✈️ Iconic Imagery from the Jet-Age of Travel
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Dramatic Roman architecture rendered in bold black linework—ancient grandeur meets modern design
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The Olympic rings anchoring the poster firmly in the historic 1960 Games
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Striking orange and green palette, energetic and optimistic
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Confident typography proclaiming FLY B.O.A.C. and Finest Jet Service
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Partnership credits reflecting the global reach of British Overseas Airways Corporation and its allied carriers
📐 Size Options
| Format | Dimensions (H × W) |
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| Standard | 780 mm × 515 mm |
Original proportions preserved. Custom sizing available on request.
🎨 Premium Format Options
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📄 Paper — Printed on heavyweight 170 gsm coated paper; crisp, smooth, and ideal for framing under glass.
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🧽 Laminated — True encapsulation using 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate; exceptionally hard-wearing and wipe-clean.
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🪵 Laminated + Wooden Hang Rails — Natural timber rails with discreet hanging cord; ready to display straight away.
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🖼️ Canvas — 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas printed with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks; richly textured and archival-quality.
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🪵 Canvas + Wooden Hang Rails — Premium presentation with timber rails top and bottom; effortless, gallery-style hanging.
⏳ Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed finishes, as each is carefully assembled by our professional framer.
🎁 Ideal For
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Vintage aviation and Olympic memorabilia collectors
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BOAC and jet-age airline history enthusiasts
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Mid-century graphic design lovers
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Interior designers seeking bold colour and cultural significance
🌍 A Poster That Tells a Story
The Rome Olympics marked a turning point—not just for sport, but for travel itself. Jet aircraft were shrinking the world, and airlines like BOAC positioned themselves as the fastest, most elegant way to reach history-making events. This poster distilled that promise into a single image: culture, competition, and confidence—delivered by jet.
It didn’t just advertise a flight. It invited the world to witness history.
🖼️ Display with Pride
Perfect for a study, office, gallery wall, or commercial interior, this iconic poster delivers colour, movement, and unmistakable jet-age drama.
Vibrant. Historic. Unapologetically bold. Bring the excitement of the 1960 Rome Olympics—and the golden age of flight—onto your wall.
