These are vintage ORIGINAL Hotel Luggage Labels (not reproductions) from the early 1900’s - early 60s known as MINI TRAVEL POSTERS. Before the boom of mass tourism and airline travel in the 1960s, these hotel luggage labels were all the fashion. Steamer trunks and luggage became visual passports for world travelers. These stunning designs were commissioned by famous hotels from around the world and now considered cherished collectibles.
These vintage labels are unused and well-preserved All are matted on archival material. Size range: 5 x 5, 5 x 7 and 8 x 10. Some are framed and several are in shadow boxes. See photos.
Many different countries including: Italy, Greece, Egypt, Switzerland, Germany, Brussels, Poland, Columbia, Panama, Nicaragua and Venezuela. Also some air travel labels from the 60s!
Prices range from $35 -75
One day only! Saturday, May 16th from 10am-4:30pm.
You’ll find me at the Penn South Co-op Annual Flea Market
West 25th St. between 8th and 9th aves.
I’ll be set up closer to 8th ave — across from the red awning “Maintenance/ Security”