Italian Aerial Lines poster – Vintage Airlines Poster – Lazzaro – c1933 The Thrill of Flight: A 1930s Art Deco Poster This high-quality reproduction print revives a true classic: a 1930s art deco Italian Aerial Lines poster. Created by the Italian artist Umberto di Lazzaro for the commercial airline Linee Aeree Italiane, the image is a breathtaking spectacle. Lazzaro’s dynamic composition thrusts two of the company’s planes directly into the spotlight. The powerful red Savoia-Marchetti slices diagonally across the canvas, appearing just above a passenger-filled Fokker. The vivid art deco style, with its sharp lines and sense of motion, perfectly conveys the sheer speed and power of these early passenger aircraft as they glide through a rich, deep blue sky. The scene feels less like a simple commercial advertisement and more like a celebration of aviation itself. The design captivates the viewer, evoking the thrill and adventure of air travel. It’s an image that would have appealed to thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies, promising an exhilarating journey with Italian Aerial Lines. A Partnership for Tourism and a Glimpse into History This magnificent vintage airline poster was a joint effort, published in conjunction with the Ente Nazionale Italiano per il Turismo (ENIT), the Italian National Agency for Tourism. The ENIT logo is subtly placed in the lower corners of the design, solidifying its purpose to promote travel and tourism. This particular Italian Aerial Lines poster is the English variant, identified by the elegant, hand-painted green lettering at the bottom that proudly proclaims “Italian Aerial Lines”. While other versions may have existed, only the English and Italian prints are widely known, making this an especially noteworthy piece of art history. What many people don’t realise is that Fiat, the famous car manufacturer, played a significant role in Italian aviation. Having started in the fledgling aeroplane business in 1908, Fiat founded Avio Linee Italiane (ALI) in 1926. Though Italy was a latecomer to the commercial aviation scene compared to its European neighbours, the Fiat-backed airline inaugurated its flights in 1928. By the 1930s, its fleet had expanded to include the Fokker F.VIIs and Savoia-Marchetti aeroplanes, the very models so majestically depicted in Lazzaro’s stunning poster. Why the Italian Aerial Lines Poster is so Coveted With its stunning design and perfect embodiment of the art deco movement, this is an aviation poster that’s hard to beat. The superb artistry and historical significance are why original stone lithographic prints are so highly sought after. Since only a limited number of the originals, printed almost a century ago, have survived, they have become incredibly rare. These factors cause prices to soar, with original copies of this Italian Aerial Lines poster by Lazzaro now selling for thousands of pounds at auction. While owning an original vintage poster is a dream for many collectors and can be a great investment, it’s not a possibility for most. This is where a high-quality reproduction truly shines. Our stunning prints cost a fraction of the price of an original but bring the same dynamic energy to any space. Whether you’re looking to add a touch of vintage flair to your living room, office, or even a hangar, this piece of affordable wall art is a fantastic choice.
