(Ephemera, Travel, Tourism, North America, Canada, Banff, Jasper, Tourist Info, Illustrated Pamphlets, Pamphlets with Maps).
Lot x 2 Banff Travel Ephemera. Map of the Banff National Park, Alberta. (1953).
Published c. 1950's (1953 & ?), Ottawa, Canada by Various.
2 mid-20th century promotional tourist items. Text in English.
Illustrated birds-eye panorama from Sulphur Mt. (Banff) & Banff trail and transportation map.
The Banff map shows hiking trails, ski lodges and jumps, hot springs, youth hostel, wardens cabin and more.
Publisher's pictorial paper wrappers folded into panels, printed on both sides. The Banff map is likely removed from a larger brochure, offered as acquired with view.
Lot is old and shows some signs of handling and time. Lot is not new or in "new" condition.
Paper gently age worn, slight rubbing, lot remains overall clean and attractive as a fragile survival.
Paper is lightly toned, signs of handling, small scattered spotting, internally still well preserved, tight, sound.
The scarce lot displays a pleasing and unique age patina and overall is in nice antiquarian condition, any age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.
Please review photos for more detail and our best attempt to convey how this offering survives.
Covers measures c. 8 1/2" H x 4" W.
[B12156].