Friday, August 24, 2018

Jan Lewitt and George Himm; Travel Poster for A. O. A.



Designed by the graphic artist duo Jan Lewitt and George Himm is this fantastic travel poster for American Overseas Airlines.  Jan Lewitt and George Himm met in Warsaw and emigrated to London together in 1937.  They had a design partnership that lasted over 20 years.  While in London, they became good friends with artists including Henry Moore and Piero Fornasetti, and worked with Picasso on a number of occasions.  Lewitt and Himm designed this version of this poster for the A. O. A. French market.   It advertises 'America in one night'.  It was printed by W. R. Royle and Son, Ltd., London.  37.5" h., 24" w.  English, c. 1949  SOLD
Condition:  Very good-good vintage condition.