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Acapulco
One sheet silkscreen original vintage air travel poster created for Aeronaves De Mexico (now known as Aeromexico) around 1950.
Poster Details

Subject: It advertises Acapulco as a travel destination.
Imagery: The artwork features a collection of sports and travel gear, including water skis, a golf bag, scuba diving tanks, and several pieces of blue luggage.
Artist/Issuer: Issued by Aeronaves De Mexico, an airline founded in 1934.

While the specific artist for this poster is currently
anonymous, it was part of a larger series commissioned by Aeronaves De Mexico between the 1940s and 1960s.
Designer Insights

Aeronaves De Mexico Series: While this specific sports equipment poster is credited to an anonymous artist, other notable posters in the same Acapulco series were designed by prominent illustrators like Bob Bride (known for his 1970s psychedelic styles) and Fred Ludekens.
Logo Design: The iconic "Eagle Knight" logo featured on the luggage tags in the poster was later refined in 1981 by Mexican artist Raúl Pérez-Duarte Viesca to better represent Aztec heritage.

Artwork Characteristics
The poster is celebrated for its mid-century modern illustration style, characterized by:

Flat planes of color and bold outlines.
A focus on lifestyle and luxury, showcasing Acapulco's variety of activities from golfing and fishing to scuba diving.
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