Melbourne's 1940 Travel Poster Tribute Suburban Icon
Ah, Collins Street—where Melbourne’s history and hustle collide in a glorious, grand mess of trams, pedestrians, and the occasional traffic jam. Here we are, standing at the iconic corner of Collins and Swanston, where the majestic Town Hall clock tower stands sentinel, keeping watch over the city’s busy comings and goings. Beside it, the stunning art deco masterpiece of the Manchester Unity Building still turns heads today. It’s a scene that could stop even the most hurried Melburnian in their tracks.
This vibrant illustration of marvellous Melbourne is our love letter to the nostalgic charm of mid-century Australia, inspired by the legendary Percy Trompf. His iconic travel posters didn’t just capture landscapes; they ignited the wanderlust of a generation, inspiring Aussies to explore the far corners of their country. Here at Suburban Icons, we’ve channelled that spirit, paying homage to Trompf’s style and the golden age of Melbourne—a city that never loses its shine, no matter how much time passes.
This poster has a personal touch, too. The blue car in the foreground? It’s an Easter egg—a tribute to my dad’s beloved midnight blue 1938 Dodge. I spent much of my childhood bouncing around Victoria and Tasmania with him at vintage car club events. He loved that Dodge so much, he bought a second one, turning them into a wedding car fleet! Mum and Dad would suit up and drive newlyweds around Gippsland on weekends. Now, I’m proud to immortalise a little slice of my family’s history alongside Melbourne’s.
This artwork is available in A0, A1, A2, A3, A4. Professional framing is available on A0, A1 and A2 sizes via pick up only.
Ah, Collins Street—where Melbourne’s history and hustle collide in a glorious, grand mess of trams, pedestrians, and the occasional traffic jam. Here we are, standing at the iconic corner of Collins and Swanston, where the majestic Town Hall clock tower stands sentinel, keeping watch over the city’s busy comings and goings. Beside it, the stunning art deco masterpiece of the Manchester Unity Building still turns heads today. It’s a scene that could stop even the most hurried Melburnian in their tracks.
This vibrant illustration of marvellous Melbourne is our love letter to the nostalgic charm of mid-century Australia, inspired by the legendary Percy Trompf. His iconic travel posters didn’t just capture landscapes; they ignited the wanderlust of a generation, inspiring Aussies to explore the far corners of their country. Here at Suburban Icons, we’ve channelled that spirit, paying homage to Trompf’s style and the golden age of Melbourne—a city that never loses its shine, no matter how much time passes.
This poster has a personal touch, too. The blue car in the foreground? It’s an Easter egg—a tribute to my dad’s beloved midnight blue 1938 Dodge. I spent much of my childhood bouncing around Victoria and Tasmania with him at vintage car club events. He loved that Dodge so much, he bought a second one, turning them into a wedding car fleet! Mum and Dad would suit up and drive newlyweds around Gippsland on weekends. Now, I’m proud to immortalise a little slice of my family’s history alongside Melbourne’s.
This artwork is available in A0, A1, A2, A3, A4. Professional framing is available on A0, A1 and A2 sizes via pick up only.
Ah, Collins Street—where Melbourne’s history and hustle collide in a glorious, grand mess of trams, pedestrians, and the occasional traffic jam. Here we are, standing at the iconic corner of Collins and Swanston, where the majestic Town Hall clock tower stands sentinel, keeping watch over the city’s busy comings and goings. Beside it, the stunning art deco masterpiece of the Manchester Unity Building still turns heads today. It’s a scene that could stop even the most hurried Melburnian in their tracks.
This vibrant illustration of marvellous Melbourne is our love letter to the nostalgic charm of mid-century Australia, inspired by the legendary Percy Trompf. His iconic travel posters didn’t just capture landscapes; they ignited the wanderlust of a generation, inspiring Aussies to explore the far corners of their country. Here at Suburban Icons, we’ve channelled that spirit, paying homage to Trompf’s style and the golden age of Melbourne—a city that never loses its shine, no matter how much time passes.
This poster has a personal touch, too. The blue car in the foreground? It’s an Easter egg—a tribute to my dad’s beloved midnight blue 1938 Dodge. I spent much of my childhood bouncing around Victoria and Tasmania with him at vintage car club events. He loved that Dodge so much, he bought a second one, turning them into a wedding car fleet! Mum and Dad would suit up and drive newlyweds around Gippsland on weekends. Now, I’m proud to immortalise a little slice of my family’s history alongside Melbourne’s.
This artwork is available in A0, A1, A2, A3, A4. Professional framing is available on A0, A1 and A2 sizes via pick up only.
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