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Pan Am Poster Artists: The Creators of Vintage Poster Art

Pan Am's vintage poster art is a testament to the golden age of travel, featuring bold designs and vibrant illustrations that captured the excitement of global exploration. These iconic posters were crafted by some of the most talented artists of their time, blending artistic vision with the elegance of mid-century advertising. Many of these posters remain highly sought after by collectors, reflecting the timeless appeal of vintage travel art.

Below is a list of the primary and contributing artists responsible for some of the most famous Pan Am posters ever created.


Primary Artists
These artists played a significant role in shaping Pan Am’s visual identity, designing multiple posters that continue to define vintage poster art:

 

  • A. Amspoker (dates unknown)

  • Mark Von Arenburg (dates unknown)

  • Charles Baskerville (1896-1994)

  • Jean Carlu (1900-1997)

  • Ivan Chermayeff (1932-2017) and Tom Geismar (1931-)

  • Aaron Fine (dates unknown)

  • E. McKnight Kauffer (1890-1954)

  • Paul George Lawler (dates unknown)

  • Henry "Hank" Syverson (1918-2007)

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Other Contributing Artists
Several other talented artists contributed one or a few posters to Pan Am’s extensive collection of vintage poster art:

 

  • Constantin Alajalov (1900-1987)

  • Boris Artzybasheff (1899-1965)

  • John Atherton (1900-1952)

  • Vladimir Bobri (1898-1986)

  • Dong Kingman (1911-2000)

  • Peter Max (1936-)

  • Al Moore (1912-1991)

  • Raymond Ameijide (1924-2000)

  • William Linzee Prescott (1917-1981)

  • Phillips (dates unknown)

  • P. Jalier (dates unknown)

  • E. Lafond (dates unknown)

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Each of these artists contributed to the rich legacy of Pan Am's advertising and travel posters, solidifying their place in the world of vintage poster art. Whether you’re a collector, historian, or simply an admirer of mid-century design, these posters remain an invaluable piece of aviation and art history.

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