Washington D.C. – TWA Diorama – Rex Werner Original Vintage Travel Poster
| Genre: | Travel |
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| Artist: | Rex Werner |
| Year Printed: | 1949 |
| Size: | 16.75" X 12" |
| Country of Poster: | Unknown |
| Restoration Detail: | Unrestored |
| Grade: | Very Fine |
| Additional Information: | Washington D.C. – TWA Diorama – Rex Werner Original Vintage Travel Poster This rare original TWA diorama poster promoting Washington, D.C., was designed by Rex Werner, the longtime Art Director for Trans World Airlines (TWA). Created in the late 1940s, the poster features a dramatic photographic composition based on Werner’s detailed diorama models, illustrating the monumental architecture and symbolic landmarks of the United States capital. The poster carries the evocative line: “Where George Washington dreamed a nation’s capital, his glorious dream came true.” Through Werner’s unique diorama technique, miniature sets were carefully constructed and photographed to create richly detailed promotional imagery. These works were an innovative blend of sculpture, photography, and graphic design that helped TWA produce some of the most distinctive travel advertising of the era. Rex Werner served as TWA’s Art Director from 1947 to 1964, later becoming Director of Corporate Design and eventually Vice President of Design. His creative diorama compositions were highly influential in airline advertising and are now admired for their craftsmanship and imaginative presentation. Trans World Airlines (TWA) was founded in 1924 as Transcontinental & Western Air, originally connecting New York and Los Angeles before expanding across the United States and internationally to Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Under the ownership of Howard Hughes from 1939 to 1961, TWA became one of the most prominent airlines in the world. During the golden age of air travel, posters like this played an essential role in inspiring travelers to explore destinations across the globe. This poster has been professionally acid‑free conservation mounted and archivally linen backed, and it is ready to frame. This is an Original Lithograph Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. Each poster from The Vintage Poster includes a . We carefully package every item to ensure it arrives safely and stand behind the accuracy of our descriptions and condition reports. The Vintage Poster is an IVPDA‑certified vintage poster dealer, offering authentic vintage posters to collectors worldwide. Our inventory is available online 24/7 and is updated frequently. We are always happy to assist you. To purchase, simply add the item to your cart and proceed to checkout. Your poster will be securely packaged and delivered directly to your door. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. |
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