“Mediterranean Cruise” Vintage Canadian Pacific Liner Travel Poster
DESCRIPTION
"Mediterranean Cruise" was a celebrated travel poster commissioned by Canadian Pacific and created by artist George E. McElroy for the company's 1924–1925 cruise season. The poster promoted a luxurious 129-day voyage departing from New York on February 9, 1925, aboard the renowned Empress of Scotland. Its striking Art Deco design depicts a North African tribesman riding a camel and gazing out over the sea, while the imposing ocean liner appears in the background, symbolizing the romance, adventure, and exotic destinations of Mediterranean travel during the golden age of ocean cruising.
A remarkable piece for lovers of vintage travel art, maritime history, and decorative poster design.
ARTWORK DETAILS
- Title: Mediterranean Cruise
- Commissioned by: Canadian Pacific
- Artist : George E. McElroy
- Ship Featured: RMS Empress of Scotland
- Style: Vintage travel poster / Art Deco influence
- Theme: Mediterranean voyage, ocean liner travel, exotic tourism
- Features: Camel rider, steamship, sunset seascape, bold typography
Perfect for
- Travel-inspired interiors
- Coastal and nautical decor
- Vintage poster collections
- Art Deco interiors
- Hospitality and boutique spaces
- Maritime history enthusiasts
- Eclectic gallery walls
PRINT QUALITY
Our museum-quality reproduction is printed on thick matte paper (200 gsm / 80 lb) to enhance depth, texture, and color richness.
Each print is carefully color-corrected to stay faithful to the original vintage artwork.
AVAILABLE SIZES
Multiple sizes available to perfectly fit your space.
Need a custom size? Contact us anytime.
FRAMING
We offer a framing service so your poster arrives ready to hang in a solid pine wood frame — elegant, timeless, and made to beautifully showcase vintage artwork.
Each frame includes a hanging kit for easy wall mounting, while shatterproof plexiglass keeps your poster protected, lightweight, and safe.
Available in 4 frame styles: Natural Wood, Dark Wood, White, and Black.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
- Ships within 3–7 days
- Secure packaging to ensure safe delivery
- Express shipping available on request
- Free shipping on orders over $69 (code: MYGIFT)
RETURNS
Not satisfied? Contact us within 7 days — we’ll make it right with a replacement or refund.
