Description
Original late-1970s/early-1980s advertising presentation/display board for Alexander’s department store subway posters. The montage shows multiple in-situ photos from NYC stations (note the “Lexington & E 59 St” references to the flagship) and the “Subways.” brand line used by the New York Subways Advertising Co. The back has a small metal maker plate with an interlocking NY monogram-typical of agency/client pieces. This was created for internal use or client display, not as a retail poster, which is why survivors are scarce. Ready to hang in its period aluminum frame.
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Approx. size (framed): ~21 x 14 in.
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Subject: Alexander’s department store advertising in NYC subways
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Maker: Subways (New York Subways Advertising Co.); metal tag on reverse
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Format: professionally mounted presentation/display board (not mass-produced)
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Era: c. late 1970s-early 1980s based on design, clothing, and store references
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Rarity: I could not find this identical board online or on eBay-likely a low-run internal piece
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Condition: light age toning to the backer; minor frame/corner wear; glazing and front display clean and bright. Please view all photos for the best look at condition and details
A great crossover piece for NYC transit history, department-store memorabilia, and advertising collectors.
