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Travel Poster Sydney Harbour Vintage Poster travel poster

TRAVEL POSTER - Sydney Harbour Vintage Poster

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“Australia — Sydney Harbour”
Vintage Travel Poster (c.1950)

Seen from above, the world’s loveliest harbour unfurls in sweeping blues and golds—headlands, islands, and wharves alive with movement, while ships trace bright paths through sunlit water. Created during the golden age of travel, this striking poster presents Sydney as a global gateway: confident, modern, and irresistibly beautiful.

Grand. Luminous. Effortlessly iconic.


🌊 Iconic Imagery from the Golden Age of Travel

  • Elevated aerial view capturing the full sweep of Sydney Harbour

  • Deep cobalt waters contrasted with warm sandstone city tones

  • Bustling maritime traffic—liners, ferries, and anchored vessels

  • Early aviation motif, symbolising speed, progress, and connection

  • Bold AUSTRALIA typography anchoring the nation’s global appeal


📐 Size Options

Format Dimensions (H × W)
Standard 740 mm × 470 mm

Original proportions are preserved. Custom sizing is available on request.


🎨 Premium Format Options

  • Paper (170 gsm heavyweight) — Ideal for framing under glass; crisp detail and balanced colour.

  • Laminated (True encapsulation)2 × 80-micron gloss laminate; waterproof, tear-resistant, wipe-clean.

  • Laminated + Wooden Hang Rails — Natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; ready to hang.

  • Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte) — Printed with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for long-term vibrancy.

  • Canvas + Wooden Hang Rails — Gallery-ready presentation with top and bottom timber rails.

Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed finishes, as these are professionally fitted by our framer.


🎁 Ideal For

  • Collectors of classic Australian travel posters

  • Sydney lovers and harbour-side dreamers

  • Aviation, maritime, and mid-century design enthusiasts

  • Statement walls in homes, offices, and coastal interiors


🌍 A Poster That Tells a Story

Produced by the Australian National Travel Association, this artwork captures a moment when Sydney Harbour was promoted as both destination and declaration—Australia open to the world, confident in its beauty and scale.


🖼️ Display with Pride

From refined framed paper to canvas with timber hang rails, this poster brings space, light, and movement to any room.

Expansive. Elegant. Unmistakably Sydney.


Frequently Asked Questions

What does the TRAVEL POSTER - Sydney Harbour Vintage Poster depict?

The TRAVEL POSTER - Sydney Harbour 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 - Sydney Harbour 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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