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TRAVEL POSTER - South Australia Vintage Poster
$49.95
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✈️ “South Australia with TAA” Vintage Travel Poster (c.1930s)
Grounded in soil, labour, and promise, this striking Trans Australian Airways poster presents South Australia as a place of abundance and purpose. Rows of cultivated land stretch to the horizon as harvesters pass buckets of fruit hand to hand—an image of cooperation, productivity, and optimism at the dawn of modern air travel.
A destination shaped by work, land, and quiet confidence.
🌾 Iconic Imagery from the Early Aviation Era
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Stylised agricultural harvest scenes symbolising South Australia’s productivity
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Human scale and labour emphasised over monuments and skylines
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Calm, ordered composition reflecting reliability and progress
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Designed to promote South Australia via Trans Australian Airways (TAA)
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Artwork attributed to Anne Graham, noted for clear, narrative illustration
📐 Size Options
| Format | Dimensions (H × W) |
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| Standard | 740 mm × 470 mm |
Original proportions preserved. Custom sizing available on request.
🎨 Premium Format Options
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Paper (170 gsm heavyweight) — Smooth, crisp reproduction; ideal for framing under glass.
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Laminated (True encapsulation) — 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate; tough, wipe-clean, and long-lasting.
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Laminated + Wooden Hang Rails — Natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; ready to hang.
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Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte) — Printed using pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for depth and longevity.
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Canvas + Wooden Hang Rails — Gallery-ready presentation with timber rails top and bottom.
⏳ Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed finishes, as each is carefully fitted by our professional framer.
🎁 Ideal For
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South Australian locals and history enthusiasts
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Fans of aviation and early domestic airline advertising
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Kitchens, studies, offices, and agricultural or regional interiors
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Thoughtful gifts celebrating Australian state heritage
🌍 A Poster That Tells a Story
Produced during the formative years of Australian aviation, this poster reframes travel not as escapism, but as connection—linking city, countryside, and community by air. It reflects a South Australia proud of its land, its people, and its role in a modern nation.
🖼️ Display with Pride
Whether framed on paper or presented on canvas with timber hang rails, this artwork brings warmth, history, and understated strength into any space.
Honest. Productive. Enduring.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the TRAVEL POSTER - South Australia Vintage Poster depict?
The TRAVEL POSTER - South Australia 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 - South Australia 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.
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