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Aviation LibrarianAviation_Librarian@mastodon.online
2025-12-12

1959 Douglas DC-8 Advertisement.
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#DouglasDC8 #JetAge #VintageAviation #AviationHistory #MidCenturyDesign #RetroTravel #AirlinerArt #ClassicAirliners #JetlinerEra #VintageAds #DouglasAircraft #AviationHeritage #AirTravelHistory #1960sAviation #AvGeek

This DC-8 advertisement is a snapshot of the optimism, glamour, and promise that defined the dawn of the Jet Age. As airlines transitioned from propeller-driven aircraft to sleek jetliners, companies like Douglas worked hard to communicate not just speed & efficiency, but an entirely new emotional experience—one centered on leisure, comfort, and the idea that flying itself could feel like part of the vacation. In this scene, a young couple enjoys the spacious cabin, exchanging smiles as they unwrap a souvenir—perhaps marking the start of a honeymoon or long-awaited getaway. The interior is drawn with generous legroom, wide seats, and soft lighting, a vision of airborne elegance meant to reassure travelers that jet travel was not only safe but enjoyably luxurious. Behind them, an older woman naps comfortably, framed by large windows and quiet surroundings, reinforcing the ad’s message that the DC-8 offered a smooth, restful ride for passengers of all ages. A flight attendant stands nearby, poised with professionalism and charm, suggesting attentive service as part of the journey. The upper panel highlights the aircraft itself streamlined, modern, and unmistakably fast with the proud Douglas logo anchoring the message. At a time when jets dramatically shrank travel times and introduced millions of Americans to international destinations, the DC8 was marketed as more than a machine: it represented freedom, modernity, & the thrill of a new world suddenly within reach
Architecture News has movedarchitecture@masto.ai
2025-12-02

Design Milk : Holzrausch’s Mallorca Villa Merges Mid-Century, Brazilian, and Mexican Vibes design-milk.com/holzrauschs-ma #midcenturydesign #midcenturymodern #midcenturymodern #waterfronthouse #InteriorDesign #outdoorshower #vacationhouse #Architecture #holidayhouse #swimmingpool #vacationhome #mid-century #residential #woodceiling #glasswalls #Holzrausch #midcentury #Mallorca #terrazzo #house #pools #Spain #Main #Pool

Retro LibrarianLibrarianRA@worldkey.io
2025-12-01

1951 Gorham Silver Advertisement
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#Gorham #gorhamsilver #Advertisement #Retro #Vintage #VintageAds #MidcenturyDesign #1950sAdvertising #GorhamSterling #RetroHoliday #VintageChristmas #AdArchive #LadiesHomeJournal #MidcenturyStyle #RetroLifestyle #DesignHistory #AntiqueSilverware #VintageEphemera #HolidayNostalgia #1950sStyle

This 1951 Gorham Sterling advertisement from Ladies’ Home Journal is a perfect snapshot of mid-century holiday marketing—elegant, aspirational, and beautifully illustrated. Set against a festive green backdrop with white sparkles and draped greenery, the ad showcases nine different sterling silver fork patterns, each meticulously drawn to highlight the craftsmanship Gorham was known for. From the ornate curves of “King Edward” and “Melrose” to the cleaner, modern lines of “Old French” and “Etruscan,” the layout celebrates variety while reinforcing the idea of silver as a timeless Christmas gift. The typography is equally evocative, with warm holiday messaging promising that “giving or getting, you’ll be proud—it’s Gorham Sterling.” At the bottom, the copy emphasizes tradition, quality, and accessibility, capturing an era when fine flatware symbolized good taste, stability, and family rituals.
Aviation LibrarianAviation_Librarian@mastodon.online
2025-11-10

1953 SAS Scandinavian Airline System Japan Travel Poster by Kurt Netzler.
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#ScandinavianAirlines #SAS #VintageTravelPoster #JapanTravel #MountFuji #MidCenturyDesign #AviationHistory #TravelArt #1950sPoster #CherryBlossoms #RetroAirline #KurtNetzler #Wanderlust #ClassicAviation #AirlineHeritage

This vibrant 1953 travel poster for Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS), designed by Kurt Netzler, captures the romantic allure of postwar Japan through a harmonious blend of aviation modernity and traditional culture. The composition features two figures dressed in colorful kimonos and straw hats, standing on a wooden raft as they pole gently across stylized waters. Above them, delicate cherry blossoms drift across the scene, framing the snow-capped peak of Mount Fuji—a timeless emblem of Japan’s natural beauty. Dominating the upper portion of the poster is the bold red word “Japan”, its striking typography contrasting with the cool, swirling mint-green background that evokes motion and water currents. In the upper left, an SAS Douglas DC-6 aircraft glides smoothly through the sky, symbolizing the connection between Scandinavia and the Far East—a feat of modern air travel in the early jet age. At the bottom, the airline’s name, “Scandinavian Airlines System”, appears in a sleek blue font alongside the countries it represents: Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. The overall design juxtaposes serenity and adventure, tradition and progress. Netzler’s artistry captures SAS’s mid-century spirit of exploration, inviting travelers to experience Japan’s elegance, culture, and scenic wonder through the lens of international travel’s golden era.
Aviation LibrarianAviation_Librarian@mastodon.online
2025-10-29

1962 Unites Air Lines LAX Advertisement
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#Aviation #Avgeek #lax #UnitedAirLines #JetAge #AviationHistory #MidCenturyDesign #AirlineAdvertising #LAX #LosAngelesInternationalAirport #DC8 #VintageTravel #1960sAviation #AirportArchitecture #GoldenAgeOfFlight #AviationHeritage #AirlineHistory #VintageAirlines #JetMainliner #AviationPhotography #TravelHistory

A 1960s advertisement for United Air Lines shows an aerial view of a modern airport terminal designed in a circular “satellite” style, with several jet airliners parked around it. The building has a flat roof with a round dome in the center and several jet bridges extending outward to connect with the planes. Six large white aircraft, all with the word “UNITED” in bold letters on their fuselages, are positioned around the terminal, each with swept-back wings and jet engines mounted near the tail. The scene conveys a sense of order and modernity, with the sleek aircraft arranged symmetrically on the gray concrete tarmac. Text at the bottom left reads: “THE BIG FLEET” and the accompanying paragraph describes United Air Lines’ growing fleet of jet aircraft, including the Douglas DC-8, DC-8 Mark IV, Boeing 720, and Sud Aviation Caravelle, emphasizing passenger comfort and convenience. Additional text promotes United’s “Satellite Terminal at Los Angeles International Airport” and its “Red Carpet Service.” The ad concludes with United’s logo — a red, white, and blue shield with a star — and the slogan: “UNITED – The Extra Care Airline.”
Aviation LibrarianAviation_Librarian@mastodon.online
2025-10-23

1955 Hamilton Standard Advertisement
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#NewYorkCity #Advertisement #Boatsofmastodon #aviation #Avgeek #AviationHistory
#VintageAviation #HamiltonStandard #MidCenturyDesign #JetAge #AerospaceHeritage #1950sAdvertising #AviationArt #GrummanF9F

This advertisement for Hamilton Standard depicts a dramatic & optimistic postwar aviation scene, blending industry, progress, and modernity. In the foreground, a busy harbor bustles with activity — tugboats and cargo ships move through rippling water, their masts and smokestacks cutting into the hazy skyline. Thick clouds rise above the harbor, glowing gold and white in the afternoon light, symbolizing energy and innovation. Dominating the background are the towering skyscrapers of New York City, their sharp lines and vertical height evoking ambition and the forward march of technology. Above them soars a sleek, blue Grumman F9F-9 Tiger jet fighter, banking gracefully across the sky — a symbol of speed, power, and American engineering. The text below credits Hamilton Standard, based in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, for producing lightweight pumps and pneumatic starters used in aircraft like the Navy’s F9F-9 Tiger. It highlights the company’s pioneering aviation experience, precision engineering, and modern facilities, noting their work on 38 types of turbine-powered aircraft. At the bottom, a clean row of product categories — Propellers, Starters, Air Conditioning Systems, Fuel Controls, Valves, and Pumps — underscores the firm’s technological breadth. To the right, Hamilton Standard’s red-and-gold oval logo appears beside the tagline: “Wherever Man Flies.”
Retro LibrarianLibrarianRA@worldkey.io
2025-10-23

Greeting from Hyannis Postcard
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#Hyannis #Massachusetts #Postcard #Travel #Postcards #Oldpostcards #Vintagepostcards #Ephemera #Retro #vintage #CapeCod #VintagePostcard #NewEnglandCoast #TravelHistory #AmericanTourism #MidCenturyDesign

This vintage Curt Teich “Greetings from Hyannis, Cape Cod, Mass.” postcard captures the classic mid-20th-century charm of American seaside tourism. Bold block letters spell out HYANNIS, each filled with colorful vignettes of Cape Cod life—white-sailed boats gliding over calm blue waters, a quaint red boathouse, beachgoers enjoying the shore, and the region’s distinctive New England architecture. The composition blends leisure and nostalgia, evoking the carefree summers and maritime culture that made Hyannis a popular coastal destination. The postcard’s linen texture and vibrant hues—pastel skies, emerald greens, and crisp reds—reflect the signature printing style of Curt Teich & Co., the leading producer of American travel postcards from the 1930s through the 1950s. These cards were both souvenirs and subtle advertisements, promoting the idea of Cape Cod as an accessible paradise for vacationers from nearby Boston and beyond. The sailboats at the top border and the sleek motorboat cutting through the bottom foreground create a sense of motion and adventure, linking land and sea through recreation. Together, these scenes form a cheerful celebration of Hyannis as the “Heart of Cape Cod,” a town where maritime heritage, scenic beauty, and small-town hospitality converge in quintessential New England style.
Sarah :neurodi:sjwallin@social.lol
2025-05-27

Loving my new #retro #frames !! #turainc #vintage #midcenturydesign

A person with short, wavy, light-colored hair wears a soft lavender shirt, the neckline slightly loose. They are wearing vintage aluminum eyeglass frames. A delicate tattoo peeks out from the side of their neck. They are positioned near a framed artwork hanging on the wall, which features a vibrant illustration of a woman with flowing hair, surrounded by intricate, swirling patterns. Above the artwork, a light fixture casts a gentle glow, accentuating the intricate lines and colors within the illustration. The mood of the scene feels contemplative and personal, blending individual style with artistic expression.
William Shottswilliam_shotts@pixey.org
2025-02-25
Did some antiquing last week.

#midcenturymodern #midcentury #midcenturydesign
Photo of a variety of mid mod antiques including a light blue manual typewriter, various dishware and Corning ware.
FRACHT 23fracht23
2025-02-13

AEG Megaquarz Tableclock from the 70‘s. It embodies the whole nature of space-age and the futuristic lines from almost 60 years ago.
14 x 12 x 6cm


AEG Megaquarz Tableclock from the 70‘s. It embodies the whole nature of space-age and the futuristic lines from almost 60 years ago. 14 x 12 x 6cm #vintage #luxemburg #luxembourg #furniture #vintagefurniture #art #fineart #spaceage #design #midcentury #style #midcenturymodern #interiordesign #interior #seventies #fifties #eighties #sixties #50ies #60ies #70ies #80ies #90ies #characterdesign #midcenturydesign #vintagefinds #aegclockAEG Megaquarz Tableclock from the 70‘s. It embodies the whole nature of space-age and the futuristic lines from almost 60 years ago. 14 x 12 x 6cm #vintage #luxemburg #luxembourg #furniture #vintagefurniture #art #fineart #spaceage #design #midcentury #style #midcenturymodern #interiordesign #interior #seventies #fifties #eighties #sixties #50ies #60ies #70ies #80ies #90ies #characterdesign #midcenturydesign #vintagefinds #aegclockAEG Megaquarz Tableclock from the 70‘s. It embodies the whole nature of space-age and the futuristic lines from almost 60 years ago. 14 x 12 x 6cm #vintage #luxemburg #luxembourg #furniture #vintagefurniture #art #fineart #spaceage #design #midcentury #style #midcenturymodern #interiordesign #interior #seventies #fifties #eighties #sixties #50ies #60ies #70ies #80ies #90ies #characterdesign #midcenturydesign #vintagefinds #aegclockAEG Megaquarz Tableclock from the 70‘s. It embodies the whole nature of space-age and the futuristic lines from almost 60 years ago. 14 x 12 x 6cm #vintage #luxemburg #luxembourg #furniture #vintagefurniture #art #fineart #spaceage #design #midcentury #style #midcenturymodern #interiordesign #interior #seventies #fifties #eighties #sixties #50ies #60ies #70ies #80ies #90ies #characterdesign #midcenturydesign #vintagefinds #aegclock
FRACHT 23fracht23
2025-02-13

Anyone looking to brew their coffee with a touch of orange?This piece brings warmth and nostalgia to our hearts. It’s not just a coffee maker—it’s a little ray of sunshine for the grey mornings!
Krups 1970‘s


A vintage Krups coffee maker in bright yellow with a glass pot, reflecting a mid-century modern design.A vintage Krups coffee maker in bright yellow with a glass pot, reflecting a mid-century modern design.A vintage Krups coffee maker in bright yellow with a glass pot, reflecting a mid-century modern design.
Letterform Archiveletterformarchive@typo.social
2024-12-12

New in our shop: 24 charming holiday cards from Paul Rand!🎅🏻
letterformarchive.org/shop/ran

While known for his minimalist logos (IBM, UPS, ABC), Rand’s whimsical side came out to play in these cards we’re fortunate to hold at the Archive. Now they’re reproduced in print for the first time.

#PaulRand #ChristmasCards #MidcenturyDesign #SeasonsGreetings #Ad

nicholas_wells_antiques
2024-11-28

Mid Century Blue Etruscan Porcelain ‘Cushion’ Stool
Inventory Number: 30576

20th Century porcelain seat fashioned as a stack of three cushions with rope twist borders, blue glazed with etruscan neo-classical motifs and a central goddess picked out in white.
Height: 39.5 cms (15.5 ins)
Width: 58 cms (22.8 ins)
Depth: 51 cms (20 ins)

Letterform Archiveletterformarchive@typo.social
2024-08-28

Donald Deskey (design), the Official Souvenir Book for the New York World’s Fair 1939, Exposition Publications, Inc., New York, 1939.

#LetterformArchive #DonaldDeskey #WorldsFair #GraphicDesign #MidcenturyDesign

Photo of a book cover. The book is bound in a blue comb binding. The cover is red and blue with black and white photos of spaceage architecture overprinted. The title is “Official Souvenir Book” in large condensed type with “New York World’s Fair 1939” in small type.Interior page of the book with the headline “Amusements” and a photo collage of diving people, a horse, and fireworks.Interior page of the book. Headline is “Community Interests” and photo collage includes a statue combined with a skeleton and an aerial photo of the world’s fair site.Interior page of the book. Title is “Food”. Image is similar to a pie chart, what each segment a different photo of food production or retail.
Applied Meta ProjectsAppMetaPro@pixey.org
2024-07-10
Chat + Rade = Charade ;) Nouvelle série d'illustrations pour l'été, avec plein de jeux de mots félins #cat #chat #gato #illustration #feline #pun #jeudemots #french #frenchlanguage #midcentury #midcenturydesign #minimalist #charade #rade
A black, blue and white digital illustration of a rade (French for harbour) in the shape of a cat, with little boats all around, one of the boats makes the face of the cat (the sail is the nose and the bridge is the mouth).
Letterform Archiveletterformarchive@typo.social
2024-04-10

Alexander Girard, dinner menu mailer for La Fonda del Sol restaurant, New York, ca. 1960.

Thanks to Martin Pedersen for the donation!

#LetterformArchive #AlexanderGirard #LaFondaDelSol #MidCenturyIllustration #MidCenturyDesign #SunArt #ChillSun

Simple illustration of a sun with a face. Encircling the sun are the words “La Fonda del Sol / 123 West 50th St Plaza 7 8800”Four illustrations of suns with faces in a similar style tp the first image but with different color schemes and burst schemes. The same words surround each sun.Four more illustrations of suns with faces in a similar style tp the first image but with different color schemes and burst schemes. The same words surround each sun.An unfolded brochure with the illustrations shown in the previous images and a blank panel for mailing info (with space for address and stamp).
Letterform Archiveletterformarchive@typo.social
2023-08-25

Marget Larsen, ad for Du Pont’s Color Council. As seen in Art Direction: The Magazine of Creative Advertising, vol. 11, no. 8, November 1959.

Larsen was super inventive in many ways – and, like most women in design history, criminally under-appreciated. We can’t wait to share more of her work.

#MargetLarsen #DuPont #NeonColors #DayGlo #GraphicDesign #Lettering #Typography #MidCenturyDesign #MidCenturyModernism #Pink

Cropped detail from a scan of a graphic on fluorescent pink paper with “COLOR ON COLORED STOCK” in green and red lettering.A scan of a graphic on fluorescent pink paper with geometric shapes and “COLOR ON COLORED STOCK” in green and red lettering and the Du Pont logo.Cropped detail from a scan of a red square on fluorescent pink pape. Pink text reads “MARGET LARSEN USES FOUR COLORS ON THE FRONT, AND ORANGE ON THE BACK, TO CREATE VARICOLORED EFFECTS ON 2426 COLORED TISSUE. A CONSISTENT SETTING AN INTENSE MOOD, A FITTING IMAGE ARE ALSO ATTAINABLE WHEN COLORED STOCK ENTERS INTO DESIGN AS AN INSEPARABLE PRECONCEIVED ELEMENT.” The Du Pont logo appears in green below.
Pablonius Monk 🇺🇦pabloniusmonk
2023-06-25

This ship has some SERIOUS throwback style. 🚢 ⚛️

Climb aboard the Nuclear Ship Savannah in Baltimore, built in 1959

npr.org/2023/06/23/1182973358/

Jason Duerrdropkickdesign@mstdn.social
2023-01-28

A fine example of the graphic arts that should have a few more eyeballs on it before it disappears.

Found deep inside a toolbox I picked up at a pretty fantastic estate sale in Montavilla today. A box of matches from The Village Green in Cottage Grove Oregon. (Up until recently an old school resort motor hotel, now apartments apparently.)

#ephemera #graphicdesign #vintagegraphics #vintagegraphicdesign #midcenturydesign

PotterdayArtPotterday@mstdn.social
2023-01-23

Who the heck bought all of that mid-century furniture when it was new, anyway? Hyperallergic takes a look. (Hint: most of the modern designers were male & white.) More complex, the meaning of these designs can be found in how the designs were advertised, how they were used to advertise other products, and how they appeared in the media. hyperallergic.com/639763/mid-c
#modernism #modernart #moderndesign #modernist #midcentury #midcenturydesign #postwar #artcollector #arthistory #potterdayart

Woman lounging on a Modernist 'marshmallow' chair and looking to the side, seen from the back of the chair with only parts of her visible

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