The vintage American Airlines "Australia" Sydney Opera House poster printed on a recycled-cotton canvas tote bag.
- Front: the full blue "Australia" Sydney Opera House 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
The white shells of the Sydney Opera House rise above the harbor while colorful sails skim across a blue sea in this American Airlines poster for Australia. The Opera House, designed by the Danish architect Jørn Utzon, opened in 1973 after years of construction and quickly became the symbol of the country; dealers date this poster to around 1973, when the building was brand new. The design echoes the curves of the roof in the boats' sails, turning the harbor into a single bright pattern. 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.