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Man-Made Objects - Posters of the Canadian Pacific

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Book Synopsis: Three hundred vintage advertising and promotional posters During the late nineteenth century and early twentieth century, the Canadian Pacific Railway Company (CPR) was widely hailed as "The World's Greatest Travel System." The Canadian Pacific transcontinental railroad spanned North America from the Atlantic to Pacific oceans. The company also operated luxury hotels and resorts, passenger ocean liners, cargo ships, and an airline. To promote the company and Canada to the world, Canadian Pacific produced more than 2,500 stunning lithographic and silkscreen posters -- 1,000 of which were created in its own graphic studio.

Posters of the Canadian Pacific is a treasury of three hundred of the finest posters published by the company. They were displayed in Canadian Pacific offices and independent travel agencies worldwide from the 1880s until the 1970s. These posters enticed millions to visit and even settle in Canada. The posters span the years 1883-1973 with special focus on the Art Deco style posters of the 1920s and '30s. They focus on travel and leisure -- activities on ski slopes, golf courses, beaches, and luxury resorts. Other posters feature Canadian Pacific ocean liners in exotic locations around the globe such as the West Indies, Rio, Hawaii, and the Orient.

Posters of the Canadian Pacific will appeal to a wide audience including art lovers, history buffs, and railroad enthusiasts. Read more.

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the golden age of travel with Posters of the Canadian Pacific. This captivating collection of vintage advertising and promotional posters takes you on a journey through the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries when the Canadian Pacific Railway Company (CPR) was hailed as "The World's Greatest Travel System."

Spanning North America from the Atlantic to Pacific oceans, the Canadian Pacific transcontinental railroad revolutionized travel. But it didn't stop there. The company also operated luxury hotels and resorts, passenger ocean liners, cargo ships, and an airline, making it a global force in the industry.

Now, you can own a piece of history with this treasury of three hundred stunning lithographic and silkscreen posters. These posters, displayed in Canadian Pacific offices and independent travel agencies worldwide, enticed millions to visit and even settle in Canada. From the 1880s to the 1970s, these captivating artworks showcased the beauty and allure of Canada like never before.

With a special focus on the exquisite Art Deco style posters of the 1920s and '30s, Posters of the Canadian Pacific goes beyond travel. It delves into the realms of leisure and adventure, bringing to life the ski slopes, golf courses, beaches, and luxury resorts that awaited travelers. You'll also find posters featuring Canadian Pacific ocean liners set against exotic locations around the globe, such as the West Indies, Rio, Hawaii, and the Orient.

Whether you're an art lover, history buff, or railroad enthusiast, Posters of the Canadian Pacific is a must-have addition to your collection. Relive the glamour and excitement of a bygone era, and get ready to be transported to a world of beauty and adventure. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of Canadian history, order your copy today!

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