{"title":"Netherlands","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Netherlands has a distinct place in the history of printed imagery, partly because Dutch and Flemish printmakers were among the first to treat engraving and etching as commercial trades worth perfecting. That tradition carried into the 20th century, where Dutch designers brought a spare, geometry-minded sensibility to travel, industry, and cultural campaigns. The pieces shown here are period originals from that lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wissembourg-crest-holland","title":"Noord-Holland, Coat of Arms","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis chromolithograph presents the official coat of arms of Noord-Holland, the Dutch province that encompasses Amsterdam and the historic heart of the Netherlands. The heraldic lion rampant, rendered in vivid vermillion red with azure tongue and claws, represents centuries of provincial tradition dating to the medieval Counts of Holland. Crowned with a golden provincial coronet, the composition exemplifies the finest in late 19th century Dutch printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe technical execution demonstrates masterful chromolithography, with rich color saturation that has remained vibrant despite the passage of well over a century. The classic heraldic pose, the lion's distinctive forked tail, and the carefully rendered mane showcase the precision required for official government publications of this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA handsome example of European civic heraldry, this print bridges decorative appeal with genuine historical significance. It represents not merely a regional symbol but a link to the Dutch Golden Age and the proud maritime heritage of Holland's most influential province.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.0\" x 22.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Light waves. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42550564552819,"sku":"P5274","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_09d0822b-726b-4d45-a029-b2450f46152c.jpg?v=1776120524"},{"product_id":"scandinavian-express-neth","title":"Scandinavian Express - Netherlands Railways","description":"\u003cp\u003eBold, graphic, and instantly striking - this original travel poster for the Scandinavian Express captures the spirit of postwar European optimism and design innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced in 1947 for the Netherlands Railways, the poster promoted the popular express route connecting Amsterdam, Hook of Holland, and Copenhagen. The dramatic compass rose, rendered in sharp geometric bursts of color, evokes both movement and modernity - a visual promise of adventure across the North Sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe crisp lines, clean typography, and soft gradient sky are hallmarks of mid-century European poster design - where clarity met style to inspire a new generation of travelers. Although the artist’s name isn’t listed, the poster’s confident, almost composition speaks volumes about the design sensibility of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn authentic reminder of a time when rail travel was the height of sophistication, and the journey was every bit as glamorous as the destination. *Please note this poster is backed on linen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40.0\" x 29.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43020274630771,"sku":"P6228","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/DNL19230.jpg?v=1745792399"},{"product_id":"job-cigarette-ink-blotters","title":"Job Cigarettes, Rolling Papers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis charming promotional piece for JOB cigarette papers captures the essence of mid-1920s commercial design with its bold Art Deco aesthetic and clever marketing approach. The composition features the iconic JOB logo with its distinctive diamond-shaped 'O' at center, surrounded by stylized vignettes depicting various social types: a military officer, a medical professional, a craftsman, and a gentleman, each shown rolling or enjoying their cigarettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bilingual French and Dutch text reveals this piece was produced for distribution in Belgium or the Netherlands, encouraging young people to 'ask father for JOB cigarette papers' while promoting a card game collection incentive. The limited palette of deep blue, golden orange, and cream demonstrates sophisticated commercial printing techniques of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA delightful example of interwar European tobacco advertising that combines period charm with genuine graphic design merit. The piece offers collectors an accessible entry point into the world of JOB ephemera, a brand celebrated for commissioning some of the Belle Époque's finest poster artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.25\" x 8.25\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43940155654259,"sku":"PL6665-1-1","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_4fc1efd7-3746-464e-a3bb-84b60479eeee.jpg?v=1778696958"},{"product_id":"willem-boosman-compass-paper-print","title":"Willem Boosman Compass- Antique Print","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA finely printed 19th-century compass card produced by the Amsterdam instrument maker W. Boosman. This type of card was originally designed for mariner’s compasses, with a full 360-degree scale around the perimeter, bold cardinal points, and Dutch directional markings such as NO, ZO, and Z. The fleur-de-lis at the top traditionally marks true north, a motif widely used on European navigation instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide blank center and clean outer margins suggest this example was never mounted in a compass bowl. Instead, it was likely a shop sample or spare card, printed to demonstrate the precision of the maker’s engraving work or kept in reserve for installation. The crisp black printing on cream stock captures the technical beauty of 19th-century nautical design, offering both historical significance and striking graphic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare surviving artifact from the age of maritime navigation and European instrument craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.0\" x 8.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44128816398451,"sku":"AP6682-13-1","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/AP6682-13-1.jpg?v=1764884664"},{"product_id":"willem-boosman-compass-paper-print-1","title":"W. Boosman Compass- Antique Print","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis striking compass rose card by W. Boosman of Amsterdam exemplifies the Dutch tradition of combining functional precision with artistic refinement in maritime instruments. Created during the height of global shipping in the late 19th century, this navigational component would have sat beneath the compass needle in a ship's binnacle, guiding vessels across the world's oceans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 32-point rose features an ornate fleur-de-lis marking north, a convention dating back centuries in European cartography and navigation. Decorative baroque scrollwork adorns the eastward pointer, while concentric rings display degree markings with meticulous clarity. The bold black engraving against sea-green paper ensured visibility even in dim conditions below deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA remarkable survival from the age of sail giving way to steam, this compass card represents both scientific instrument and decorative art. The prominent maker's mark identifies W. Boosman as a craftsman in Amsterdam's renowned nautical instrument trade. A distinguished piece for collectors of maritime antiques, scientific instruments, or Dutch decorative arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5\" x 6.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44128816758899,"sku":"AP6682-13-2","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/AP6682-13-2.jpg?v=1764884560"},{"product_id":"lot-247-blue-chefs","title":"Hospitality Apprenticeship, The Hague","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis original Dutch poster dates to 1950 and was produced for Stichting Leerlingwezen Horecabedrijven, the national foundation responsible for apprenticeship training within the hospitality industry in the Netherlands. The slogan translates to “Black and white, both a profession that has something in it,” emphasizing the range of opportunity within service and culinary trades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated during the postwar reconstruction period, the poster reflects the Netherlands’ renewed focus on vocational education and skilled labor. Hospitality apprenticeships were promoted as stable, respected career paths at a time when rebuilding the economy depended heavily on trained professionals in service, tourism, and food industries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design uses a clear visual metaphor to communicate dual roles within the same profession, aligning with mid century European graphic trends that favored clarity, balance, and accessible messaging. Educational and vocational posters from this period were intended for public institutions, schools, and training centers, and were produced in relatively small quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40.0\" x 25.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44221274620019,"sku":"P6756-2","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/CHHH-M.jpg?v=1769306358"},{"product_id":"klm-eastern-europe-by-leen-spierenburg-ca-1955","title":"Visit Eastern Europe, KLM","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vibrant KLM travel poster transforms the distant mystery of Cold War-era Eastern Europe into an irresistible invitation. Attributed to Dutch designer Leen Spierenburg, the composition features a commanding figure in traditional folk costume, standing triumphant above a dreamlike skyline of Orthodox onion domes and Gothic spires. The signature diagonal stripe pattern creates dynamic energy while the sophisticated color palette of powder blue, deep violet, and warm coral captures the optimistic spirit of mid-century commercial aviation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKLM Royal Dutch Airlines, one of the world's oldest carriers, commissioned such posters to hang in travel agencies across Europe and America, enticing adventurous tourists to explore destinations that seemed both exotic and slightly forbidden during the early Cold War thaw. The stylized bridge at the bottom suggests connection and accessibility, while the radiant sun promises warmth beyond the Iron Curtain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA standout piece for collectors of airline memorabilia, mid-century modern design, or Cold War era ephemera, this poster captures a unique moment when commercial aviation was opening windows to a divided world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44710177702003,"sku":"P7285","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_ebe6e49e-2420-4fb2-a801-501e8fb3f075.jpg?v=1775761969"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/collections\/Netherlands.png?v=1774927097","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/en-nl\/collections\/netherlands.oembed?page=7","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}