Matson Lines to Hawaii written at bottom of travel poster. A bight and vibrant illustration of a woman in red sarong holding a platter of fruits is surrounded by lush tropical flora and fauna.
Tropical Fruit Platter, Matson Lines Hawaii Travel Poster, 1950s
Tropical Fruit Platter, Matson Lines Hawaii Travel Poster, 1950s

Tropical Fruit Platter, Matson Lines Hawaii Travel Poster, 1950s

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Artist: Frank McIntosh
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$45.00
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A generous platter overflowing with tropical fruit symbolizes abundance, hospitality, and Hawaii's natural bounty.  McIntosh's art deco–influenced style shines through in his use of clean, stylized forms, bold color contrasts, and elegant composition. The poster serves both as a celebration of Hawaiian natural beauty and as a seductive invitation, drawing the viewer into the fantasy of a paradise defined by sun, fruit, and relaxation.  McIntosh (1901–1985) was an American illustrator and designer best known for his striking Art Deco–inspired artwork created for Matson Lines in the 1930s and 1940s. Commissioned by Matson Navigation Company, he designed a celebrated series of menu covers and posters that helped define the visual identity of luxury Pacific travel. 

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Enhanced Matte


Artwork prints onto premium bright white matte paper that yields vibrant images with excellent highlight and shadow detail. Print includes a 1" white border on all sides of the image.


Canvas Wrap White Sides


Artwork prints onto museum-grade canvas then stretched on a wooden frame of 1.5" depth stretcher bars. Canvas is delivered to you with wire hardware, so it is ready to hang.

 

Rolled Canvas

Artwork prints onto museum-grade canvas with 2-inch white borders on all sides for stretching or framing at your convenience.

 

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