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Original “Scandinavia by SAS” Moose Vintage Travel Poster – Otto Nielsen Scandinavian Airlines System (First Printing, Prop Plane)
Celebrate the golden age of aviation with this authentic “Scandinavia by SAS” vintage travel poster, designed by renowned Danish artist Otto Nielsen for Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS). This striking mid‑century poster features a majestic bull moose standing in a Scandinavian wilderness landscape, surrounded by misty forests and dramatic northern skies. In the distance, a small SAS propeller airplane flies overhead, a signature element Nielsen incorporated into many of his airline posters to symbolize the excitement of international travel.
This example represents the first printing, identifiable by the propeller aircraft flying in the sky, dating from the early years of SAS promotion during the post‑war travel boom.
Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) was founded on August 1, 1946, when the national airlines of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden joined forces to create an international carrier serving Scandinavia. During the 1950s, SAS quickly became one of the most innovative airlines in the world. In 1954, SAS pioneered the first commercial trans‑polar flight route, connecting Copenhagen and Los Angeles via Greenland and Canada. Just a few years later, in 1957, the airline introduced its historic “Round the World” service via the North Pole, linking Copenhagen, Anchorage, and Tokyo, dramatically shortening travel times between Europe and Asia.
Posters like this one played an important role in promoting Scandinavia’s dramatic natural landscapes and wildlife to international travelers. The powerful image of the Nordic moose, combined with atmospheric wilderness scenery, reflects the region’s untamed beauty and helped inspire travelers to explore Northern Europe as air travel became accessible to a wider audience.
This poster is an original lithograph vintage poster, not a reproduction. It has been professionally mounted on acid‑free archival linen for preservation and stability. The poster is in fine condition and is ready for framing, making it an exceptional addition to any aviation, travel, or mid‑century poster collection.
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Key Features
- Original “Scandinavia by SAS” Moose vintage travel poster
- Designed by Otto Nielsen
- First printing with propeller aircraft visible in the sky
- Authentic lithograph – not a reproduction
- Professionally archival linen-backed (acid‑free)
- Fine condition, ready to frame
- Classic Scandinavian wildlife and aviation artwork
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