Description
Presenting a beautiful authentic vintage print: an original 1938 lithograph by Frank McIntosh (1901–1985), created as the menu cover for the Matson Line’s S.S. Mariposa and titled “Hawaii — The Celebration.” The vibrant tropical scene depicts a native Hawaiian lei vendor seated among dancers, her flowered dress bright with orange, red, and yellow blooms, framed by lush green palm fronds and garlands of pink and red flowers beneath a canopy of color.
Frank McIntosh was a celebrated painter of tropical subjects whose work for Matson Line defined the golden era of Hawaiian travel advertising. This menu cover, issued as part of Matson’s pre-World War II promotional campaign, captures the warmth and romance of island life, making it a prized collectible poster for collectors of vintage steamship and travel memorabilia.
Executed as an original lithograph and presented in a 20″ x 16″ acid-free archival museum mat suitable for framing, this certified print is in excellent condition with bright and vibrant colors, and is an original vintage work of art — not a reproduction. As a member gallery of the IVPDA (International Vintage Poster Dealers Association), we certify the authenticity and provenance of every vintage poster and poster print we offer.
This vintage poster for sale measures 12″ x 8.75″ and predates the Second World War, making it a fine period piece for collectors of vintage travel posters, Matson Line advertising, and classic Hawaiian art. As a companion to the “HAWAII THE LUAU” menu, it offers collectors the opportunity to build a matched series. Works of this caliber are prized for their bold Art Deco lines and rich color, making this a lasting and investment-worthy addition to any curated collection.
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