Description
The Poster
Own an original 1947 satirical map poster by Oren Arnold. A hilarious take on California pride and ego. This vintage classic celebrates West Coast confidence.
Artist: Oren Arnold
Year: 1947
Size: 16.5″ x 20.5″
Publisher: R. H. Moebus Company
Condition: Very good/fine. Ready to frame.
The Satire
This map depicts California as the center of the universe. The rest of the U.S.? “Unexplored” and “Unimportant anyway, not in California.”
What the map shows:
- Golden sun dominating the upper left
- California enlarged and glorified
- Florida is labeled as “Death Valley.”
- Los Angeles city limits stretching nationwide
- Four “world’s finest harbors” in California
- “Lake Champagne” and the Oregon Trail
- Mexican singers, bikini-clad bathers, local characters
- Rivers, lakes, harbors, landmarks, parks
A perfect mirror of 1947 California arrogance.
Why Collectors Love This
✓ Iconic Satire – Legendary 1947 pictorial map
✓ California History – Perfect slice of West Coast culture
✓ Oren Arnold – Talented satirical artist
✓ Humor & Design – Witty, visually striking
✓ Investment Quality – Rare vintage Americana
Featured Media
This map appeared in a CNN Style article:
“Picturing America: Golden Age of Pictorial Maps”
Recognition from major media validates its cultural significance.
Condition & Quality
✓ Original vintage poster (1947)
✓ Original lithograph (not reproduction)
✓ Very good/fine condition
✓ Ready to frame
✓ Not linen-backed
Authenticity
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Quick Facts:
- Original 1947 satirical map poster
- Artist: Oren Arnold
- Publisher: R. H. Moebus Company
- Size: 16.5″ x 20.5″
- Very good/fine condition
- Not linen-backed
- Original lithograph (not reproduction)
- Certificate of Authenticity included
- Featured in CNN Style article
- IVPDA-certified dealer
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