The 1970 "747 Astroliner" poster from American Airlines printed on a recycled-cotton canvas tote bag.
- Front: the full "747 Astroliner" poster art for American Airlines
- Bag: 10-ounce canvas, 80% recycled cotton / 20% cotton
- Size: 15.75" h x 15.25" w (approx. 240 cubic inches)
- Self-fabric handles
- Printed to order in Grapevine, Texas
Giant red "747" numerals dominate a black field, with the airplane itself set into the design, in this 1970 poster announcing American Airlines' first jumbo jet. American called its Boeing 747 the Astroliner, extending the "Astro" branding it had used for its jets since the early 1960s. The airline introduced the 747 in early 1970 with a coast-to-coast service, and its introductory posters were designed to convey the sheer size and power of the new widebody, after its first aircraft had been put through testing over Puget Sound in late 1969. The artist of this version is not recorded.
The bag is made from 10-ounce canvas of 80% recycled cotton and 20% cotton. The recycled fibers are collected from garment-cutting waste and then intertwined with cotton for added strength and durability. Self-fabric handles. Dimensions: 15.75" h x 15.25" w; approx. 240 cubic inches.
Note: Bags not intended for use by children 12 and under.