Feature Points
- VINTAGE PRINT REPRODUCTION: Historic reproduction of 1940 Discover Puerto Rico 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
Created between 1936 and 1940 by artist Frank S. Nicholson for the Federal Art Project, this wall art poster captures Puerto Rico's strategic position as America's Caribbean gateway during the transformative New Deal period. Featuring a panoramic harbor view from the iconic Morro Castle fortress in San Juan, the poster exemplifies the WPA's sophisticated approach to promoting American territories as tourist destinations. Nicholson's composition employs the bold colors and streamlined design characteristic of Federal Art Project productions, transforming Puerto Rico's colonial architecture and tropical landscape into an invitation for mainland Americans to explore their nation's Caribbean possessions. The work emerged from the New York City poster division's prolific output promoting destinations beyond the continental United States.
It was during the late 1930s that Puerto Rico underwent dramatic modernization under New Deal programs, with Governor Rexford Tugwell implementing ambitious infrastructure projects that transformed the island's economy from agricultural to tourism-based. The poster's tagline "Where the Americas meet" reflected Puerto Rico's evolving role as a bridge between North and South America, particularly significant as Pan American Airways established San Juan as a crucial hub for Caribbean and Latin American routes. This expansion coincided with the construction of luxury hotels and the restoration of Old San Juan's historic sites, positioning Puerto Rico as an exotic yet accessible American destination during rising international tensions.
This exceptional poster testifies to Puerto Rico's complex relationship with mainland America, offering a window into territorial promotion during economic recovery. Its vibrant imagery continues to celebrate the island's unique cultural position, bridging colonial past and American present. An extraordinary addition to any collection honoring Puerto Rico's distinctive place in American travel history.
