Cunard White Star Line
One sheet
vintage travel poster for the ocean liner RMS Queen Mary, designed by British artist Tom Curr around 1939.
Poster Details
Artwork: The poster is an iconic Art Deco design that promotes transatlantic travel to America via the Cunard White Star Line's flagship vessel, the RMS Queen Mary.
Design: It features a smiling woman waving against a vibrant blue sky, with the large ocean liner steaming toward the towering skyscrapers of the New York City skyline in the background.
Artist: The British artist Tom Curr (1886-1958) created this work.
Text: The main text reads: "America this year by R.M.S. 'Queen Mary'", along with the company name "Cunard White Star" at the bottom.
The RMS Queen Mary
History: The Queen Mary was launched in 1934 and made her maiden voyage in 1936, becoming one of the most famous and luxurious ocean liners of her time.
Significance: During her service, she held the Blue Riband for the fastest transatlantic crossing multiple times and served as a vital troopship (nicknamed the "Grey Ghost") during World War II.
Current Status: After her retirement in 1967, the ship was permanently docked in Long Beach, California, where it now serves as a popular hotel, museum, and event venue.
vintage travel poster for the ocean liner RMS Queen Mary, designed by British artist Tom Curr around 1939.
Poster Details
Artwork: The poster is an iconic Art Deco design that promotes transatlantic travel to America via the Cunard White Star Line's flagship vessel, the RMS Queen Mary.
Design: It features a smiling woman waving against a vibrant blue sky, with the large ocean liner steaming toward the towering skyscrapers of the New York City skyline in the background.
Artist: The British artist Tom Curr (1886-1958) created this work.
Text: The main text reads: "America this year by R.M.S. 'Queen Mary'", along with the company name "Cunard White Star" at the bottom.
The RMS Queen Mary
History: The Queen Mary was launched in 1934 and made her maiden voyage in 1936, becoming one of the most famous and luxurious ocean liners of her time.
Significance: During her service, she held the Blue Riband for the fastest transatlantic crossing multiple times and served as a vital troopship (nicknamed the "Grey Ghost") during World War II.
Current Status: After her retirement in 1967, the ship was permanently docked in Long Beach, California, where it now serves as a popular hotel, museum, and event venue.
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