Items Similar to 1975 travel poster by the Bolivian Institute of Tourism - lake Titikaka La Paz
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 8
Unknown1975 travel poster by the Bolivian Institute of Tourism - lake Titikaka La Paz1975
1975
$1,081.71
£801.26
€900
CA$1,479.74
A$1,612.84
CHF 852.70
MX$19,415.57
NOK 10,822.84
SEK 9,922.33
DKK 6,857.50
About the Item
This striking 1975 travel poster, issued by the Bolivian Institute of Tourism, captures the timeless beauty and cultural heritage of Lake Titicaca, one of South America's most mystical and breathtaking destinations.
At the heart of the poster is a local indigenous man, dressed in a traditional Andean poncho and chullo (knitted hat), navigating the crystal-clear waters of Lake Titicaca aboard a totora reed boat. These handwoven vessels, crafted by the Uros and Aymara people, have been used for centuries as a vital means of transportation across the world’s highest navigable lake (3,812 meters / 12,507 feet above sea level).
Above him, the bold red text "A DREAM CALLED..." evokes the mystical allure of Bolivia, drawing travelers into the mythology, landscapes, and traditions that make this region so special. The backdrop features a brilliant blue sky with scattered clouds, mirroring the deep blue waters of Titicaca, creating a visual harmony that underscores the tranquility and spiritual essence of the lake.
By the mid-20th century, Bolivia had begun promoting its natural and cultural wonders to international travelers. This vintage tourism poster serves as a powerful invitation to explore La Paz and the Andean highlands, emphasizing the country’s rich indigenous traditions and the unparalleled beauty of the Bolivian altiplano.
Lake Titicaca is considered the birthplace of the Inca civilization, with legends stating that Manco Cápac and Mama Ocllo, the first Incas, emerged from the lake to found the empire. The floating islands of the Uros, the Sun and Moon Islands, and the ancient ruins along the shores continue to attract visitors from around the world.
This 1970s-era tourism advertisement is a treasured piece for collectors of vintage travel posters, particularly those with a passion for South American history, indigenous cultures, and adventure tourism. Its bold typography, vivid colors, and evocative imagery make it not only a historical artifact but also a timeless artistic celebration of Bolivia’s heritage.
Tourism - Bolivia - South America
A dream called...
Printed by La papelera
- Creation Year:1975
- Dimensions:Height: 30.32 in (77 cm)Width: 22.84 in (58 cm)
- Medium:
- Period:
- Condition:Good condition, small tears.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792215966292
About the Seller
5.0
Gold Seller
Premium sellers maintaining a 4.3+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2021
1stDibs seller since 2022
197 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 2 hours
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: PARIS, France
- Return Policy
More From This Seller
View AllVintage travel poster produced by Intourist in the 1970s - Lake Baikal
Located in PARIS, FR
This stunning vintage travel poster, produced by Intourist in the 1970s, showcases the breathtaking beauty of Lake Baikal, often referred to as the "Blue Pearl of Siberia." The tranq...
Category
1970s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper
Circa 1970 original travel poster by Georg Gerster for Ethiopian Airlines
Located in PARIS, FR
Circa 1970 original travel poster by Georg Gerster for Ethiopian Airlines, titled "The Key to the Hidden Empire," captures the allure and mystique of Eth...
Category
1970s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper
Circa 1950 Original travel poster Mexico, País de Maravillas
Located in PARIS, FR
This charming and vibrant original travel poster from around 1950, titled "Mexico, País de Maravillas" ("Mexico, Land of Wonders"), offers a delightful glimpse into Mexico’s rich and...
Category
1950s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Linen, Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1990 original Air France poster - Peru
By Cecile Brunswick
Located in PARIS, FR
A powerful and minimalistic design, this circa 1990 original Air France poster by artist C. Brunswick captures the essence of Peruvian identity and landscape with striking simplicity...
Category
1990s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1950 original travel poster for South America by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Located in PARIS, FR
The circa 1950 original travel poster for South America by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines featuring Rio de Janeiro is a striking piece of mid-century promotional art designed to captivate ...
Category
1950s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Linen, Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1950 original tourism poster for Mexico - Postwar travel art
Located in PARIS, FR
Vibrant, festive, and unmistakably full of national pride, this circa 1950 original tourism poster from Mexico’s Dirección General de Turismo is a dazzling celebration of cultural ri...
Category
1950s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Linen, Paper, Lithograph
You May Also Like
Peru c1950s Travel Advertising Poster, Sabino Springett
By Springett
Located in Bath, Somerset
Original vintage Peru c1950s travel advertising poster featuring a fantastic design by design by Sabino Springett.
This vintage movie poster is si...
Category
20th Century Peruvian Decorative Art
Materials
Linen, Paper
Origi1nal Vintage Travel Advertising Poster Guatemala Clark Tours Midcentury Art
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel advertising poster - Guatemala Clark Tours - featuring a colourful illustration of a lady carrying a basket of fruit on her hat surrounded by smaller images depicting people playing music and rowing a boat with a fish jumping up, a couple dancing and a lady water skiing against the black background, two traditional masks below the title text in stylised lettering above and the rest of the text below - Guatemala CA Consult Your Travel Agent...
Category
Vintage 1950s Guatemalan Posters
Materials
Paper
1966 Iberia, Mexico Original Vintage Poster
Located in Winchester, GB
Beautiful poster from 1966 promoting Iberia airlines routes to Mexico. The Spanish airline was founded in 1927 and continues strong to this day. With brilliant Art Deco design depict...
Category
Vintage 1960s Art Deco Posters
Materials
Linen, Paper
Original MEXICO, Pais de Maravillas vintage travel poster, linen backed.
Located in Spokane, WA
Original "Mexico, País de Maravillas" Linen-Backed Vintage Poster, c. 1950s. Grade A- condition.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant charm of mid-c...
Category
1950s American Modern Landscape Prints
Materials
Offset
Original Vintage South America Skiing Winter Sport Travel Poster Panagra Chile
Located in London, GB
Original vintage South America skiing and winter sport travel poster issued by Panagra - Ski in Chile - featuring great artwork showing skiers in colourful ski jackets skiing down a ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Chilean Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Poster Argentina Land Of Adventure Travel South America Cruise
Located in London, GB
Original vintage South America cruise travel poster - Argentina Land of Adventure 45 day leisure way cruise SS Argentina sails February 13 / 52 day Argentine cruise tour SS Brazil sa...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Posters
Materials
Paper
More Ways To Browse
Sun Moon Vintage
Used Poncho
Travel Poster Vintage Lake
African American 19th Century
Andy Warhol Elvis
Apres Picasso
Besler Botanical
Bolton Brown
Bordeaux Poster
Bubblegum Art
Cecil Aldin Lithograph
Chicago Art Posters
Etchings Of Trees
Francois Desnoyer
German Propaganda Poster
Hajime Sorayama
Hasui Kawase
Hunter S Thompson