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Vintage 1941 Thos D Murphy Co Art Calendar Sample Frederick Heckman Hawaii HulaItem Specifics
- Condition: Used
- Brand / Publisher: The Thos. D. Murphy Co.
- Year: 1941
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Modified Item: No
- Artist: Frederick Heckman
- Artwork Title: \"Where Romance and Progress Meet\"
- Theme / Subject: Hawaiian Hula Girl, Aviation, Seaplane, Outrigger Canoe, Hawaiiana
- Format: Salesman Sample / Advertising Calendar
- Origin Location: Red Oak, Iowa
- Approximate Dimensions: 29.5\" x 14.5\"
DescriptionUp for sale/sale is a highly collectible, original 1941 vintage salesman\'s sample art calendar from the legendary Thos. D. Murphy Co. of Red Oak, Iowa—proudly known as \"The Birthplace of Art Calendars.\"This large, visually striking calendar features a stunning piece of Pre-WWII Americana titled \"Where Romance and Progress Meet\" by listed artist Frederick Heckman. The vibrant artwork beautifully captures a classic Hawaiian paradise transitioning into the modern era, depicting a traditional hula dancer resting on an outrigger canoe while a majestic twin-engine commercial flying boat (seaplane) soars overhead.Key Features & Details:
- Authentic Salesman Sample: Features the factory text at the bottom left: \"This is a Sample of Series 41 R 24\". These were used by traveling salesmen to secure corporate calendar orders for the upcoming year.
- Complete Calendar Pad: Displays the January 1941 calendar sheet with full lunar phase graphics, alongside smaller reference pads for December 1940 and February 1941.
- Impressive Size: Measures approximately 29.5 inches tall by 14.5 inches wide.
Condition Report (Please Read Before offerding/Buying):
- Vibrancy: The lithograph colors remain incredibly vibrant, crisp, and true with no fading.
- Flaws: There is a distinct, visible horizontal crease line on the right side of the calendar. This crease cuts through the outer purple and gold decorative borders and extends slightly into the lower cream-colored background section just above the main text.
- Preservation: The piece is currently mounted to a sturdy cardboard backing and completely shrink-wrapped to protect it from dust and further edge-wear.
- Please review the high-resolution close-up photos provided to accurately assess the exact condition of the crease before purchasing.
An exceptional crossover collectible perfect for enthusiasts of vintage Hawaii / Hawaiiana, early commercial aviation, pin-up art, and historic American advertising.-Item NEW-
Packaging may show some cosmetic wear but product is still new.
- PLEASE SEE PHOTOS FOR EXACT CONDITION BEFORE PURCHASING-
- SOLD AS IS -
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