Singapore — Fly Qantas (c. 1960)
Lantern-lit colour and jet-age promise. This finely reproduced Qantas destination poster strings together craft, dance, temples and the busy waterfront—bottling the romance of mid-century travel for your wall.
Why it captivates
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Jet-age glamour — the optimism of 1960s long-haul travel, distilled.
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Mid-century layout — bold type, airy white space, crisp photo collage.
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Sense of place — lantern makers, traditional dance, temples and harbour life.
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Vibrant palette — coral, jade and turquoise that lift any interior.
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Conversation piece — a classic airline poster with collector appeal.
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Statement artwork — bright focal point for living rooms, studies and offices.
What you’ll see
Panel by panel:
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Lantern workshop — scarlet characters brushed across paper lanterns.
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Traditional dance — poised movement and woven baskets under tropical light.
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Merlion emblem — a modern icon in a saturated green panel.
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Temple gateway — parasols beneath the ornate arch of Tiger Balm Garden.
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Waterfront & bumboat — Clifford Pier and the city skyline mirrored on blue water.
Typography anchors the composition: stylised SINGAPORE, the call to FLY QANTAS, and “AUSTRALIA’S ROUND-THE-WORLD AIRLINE.”
A richer historical frame
Issued circa 1960 as Qantas expanded across Asia, posters like this fused colour photography and modern type to sell the dream of effortless world travel—culture, sunshine and airline prestige in a single invitation.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge to edge. Durable, wipe-clean—great for busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
490 × 780 mm (approx. 19.29 × 30.71 in)
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Orientation: Portrait
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Aspect ratio: ~0.628 : 1
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Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — portrait
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Framing tips:
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Classic: A1 frame with a mat window cut to ~486 × 776 mm for a 2–3 mm overlap.
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Contemporary: Float-mount in A1 to show the full edge.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | Singapore — Fly Qantas |
| Date | c. 1960 |
| Category | Vintage airline/destination poster (faithful reproduction) |
| Print Size | 490 mm (W) × 780 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Aviation & travel enthusiasts
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Mid-century design lovers
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Singapore aficionados seeking a colourful, cultured focal point
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Gift-givers celebrating new homes, milestones and adventures
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.
Bring jet-age elegance home—order your fine-art print of Singapore — Fly Qantas today.
