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One sheet
vintage travel poster advertising Taormina
, a town in Sicily, Italy. The original poster was created around 1933.
Poster Details
Location Depicted: The poster features the scenic view from the ancient Greek Theatre in Taormina, looking towards the sea and Mount Etna volcano. The foreground shows foliage and a large stone column, characteristic of the theatre ruins.
Art Style: The artwork is done in a vibrant Art Deco style, typical of travel advertisements from the era.
Original Purpose: The poster was originally created to promote tourism to Taormina as an all-year-round resort destination, highlighting both the sea and the nearby snowy slopes of Mount Etna.
Artist: The original work is attributed to the Italian artist Vittorio Grassi. |
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