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One sheet travel advertisement is a rare authentic original 1950s vintage poster titled "Fly to the Rhodesias by BOAC". Designed by the renowned British commercial and aviation artist Frank Wootton (1911–1998) in approximately 1951, it was commissioned by the British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) to promote travel to Africa.Poster Composition Central Figure: A majestic Greater Kudu antelope, known for its iconic spiral horns, is depicted standing in a serene watering hole.Symbolism: In the golden-yellow sky above the lush tropical flora, a BOAC aircraft is shown, symbolizing the ease and modernity of air travel during the "Golden Age" of international flight.Historical Context: The "Rhodesias" referred to Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia) and Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). During this era, BOAC operated historic routes to the region, including flying boat services that famously landed at Victoria Falls.For Collectors Original lithograph versions of this poster are considered valuable pieces of historic heritage. Authentic originals typically measure approximately 102 x 64 cm (40 x 25 inches) and were often printed using stone lithography. |
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