Feature Points
- VINTAGE PRINT REPRODUCTION: Historic reproduction of 1936 Montana See America Travel Poster. Printed on archival-grade paper that resists fading and discoloration for over 100 years. Perfect for home, office, or gallery display.
- PREMIUM GALLERY PAPER: Heavyweight fine art paper with non-reflective matte finish eliminates glare while delivering museum-grade appearance and lasting durability.
- PROFESSIONALLY RESTORED: Each image is digitally restored by our art specialists to remove age-related deterioration while preserving authentic historical details and character.
- FRAME-READY DESIGN: Includes 0.2" white border for standard frame compatibility. Ships protected in rigid tube packaging to prevent damage and ensure perfect condition upon arrival.
- MADE IN USA: Our multi-step restoration process and quality control ensure each print meets professional standards. Every reproduction is individually inspected before shipping.
Additional Information
First conceptualized in 1936 by artist M. Weitzman for the Federal Art Project, this remarkable poster print captures the rugged majesty of Montana's untamed wilderness during America's transformative New Deal era. Created for the United States Travel Bureau's ambitious domestic tourism campaign, the poster features a solitary horseback rider against Montana's dramatic mountain landscape, rendered in the bold colors and simplified forms characteristic of WPA artistic production. Date-stamped June 28, 1939, this work emerged from the New York City poster division under Richard Floethe's Bauhaus-influenced direction, employing techniques that revolutionized American poster design. The composition bears a distinctive aesthetic that transformed government-sponsored art into a sophisticated visual language celebrating America's western heritage.
It was during the late 1930s that Montana emerged as a symbol of America's frontier spirit, attracting Depression-era tourists seeking adventure and renewal in the nation's vast open spaces. The Federal Art Project's promotion of western states coincided with the completion of major infrastructure projects, including the Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park, making Montana's wilderness accessible to ordinary Americans. This expansion also caused unprecedented interest in dude ranches and western tourism, as eastern urbanites sought authentic cowboy experiences during economic uncertainty. The poster connected to broader cultural movements celebrating American regionalism and the mythic West immortalized by contemporary artists and writers.
This exceptional piece stands as a testament to the government's vision of tourism as economic salvation, offering a window into America's rediscovery of its western identity. The poster's enduring appeal bridges past and present, continuing to inspire wanderlust and adventure. An extraordinary addition to any collection celebrating Montana's storied landscape and America's unique artistic heritage.
