Martin 202 Lithograph Print (flight over clouds), Circa 1947 to 1948

Item — Cabinet: East Art Storage, Bay / Shelf: 5.4

Identifier: 20250013

Scope and Contents

Object Type: Graphic (Poster/Print).

Purpose: Sales and marketing.

Source: Company (Manufacturer).

Scope: Full-color lithographic print from an original painting by George L. Stachnick, an illustrator in the Art Department of the Engineering Division, Glenn L. Martin Company. Work was likely done circa 1947 or 1948 as the airplane was entering commercial service.

Contents: Depicts a Martin 202 commercial transport airplane (without an airline livery) in flight over clouds.

Dates

Creation: Circa 1947 to 1948

Creator

Glenn L. Martin Company (Publisher, Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research in the Archives & Special Collections reading room. Handling guidelines and use restrictions will be communicated and enforced by archives staff members.

Full Extent

1 Poster (Lithography print of original painting)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Digital Scan Location

spc-aehs-000391

Format & Physical Description

Color lithograph print, approx. 21.5" height x 29.5" width. Print has been encapsulated in mylar and stored flat.

Note: Overall very good condition, however paper is browning moderately.

Note 2: Print was damaged in transit to AEHS from original donor. The bottom left edge of poster is torn and missing small pieces, however little of the actual artwork was damaged. Print was removed from damaged frame.