The vintage American Airlines "Australia" koala poster printed on a recycled-cotton canvas tote bag.
- Front: the full green "Australia" koala 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
A koala clings to a branch against a field of green in this American Airlines poster for Australia, one of the most instantly recognizable animals the country could offer a traveler. Koalas live almost entirely on eucalyptus leaves, and the poster's bright, saturated colors reflect the psychedelic-influenced graphics of the later 1960s; one dealer dates a copy to 1965. It was one of several Australia designs American issued, alongside a later poster of the Sydney Opera House. The artist 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.