Lot 5 Vintage Dec 1950 Hawaiian Eugene Savage Menus Matson Cruise Jan 1 Dec 31 For Sale

The product is a set of five vintage December 1950's Hawaiian menus featuring artwork by Eugene Savage, and Matson cruise ship SS Lurline. These menus showcase traditional Hawaiian culture and designs, making them a unique and collectible item for fans of Hawaiian heritage and vintage poster memorabilia. The menus were manufactured in the United States, adding to their historical and cultural significance. Perfect for collectors looking to add a piece of Hawaiian history to their home or collection. Menus are from Dec, 8 1950 - Dec 23, 1950 - Dec 30, 1950 - Dec 31, 1950 - Jan 31, 1951.
Eugene Francis Savage (1883-1978) was an American painter and sculptor best known for his murals. In 1938, he was commissioned by Maston Lines, now the Matson Navigation Company, to paint Hawaiian-themed murals for their cruise ships. Matson Lines operated luxury cruises between California and Hawaii from the early 20th century through the 1970s. Savage completed the murals in 1940, but they were never installed because the ships had been converted to troopships for World War II. The mural designs were issued as lithographs and were later adapted to be used as covers for dinner menus on the cruise ships.