Tourist map of Barcelona, 1950

Tourist map of Barcelona, 1950This vintage tourist map of Barcelona, published by Ediciones Oromi in the 1950s for guests of the Hotel Gran Duval, is a refined example of mid twentieth century hospitality cartography. Designed as both a practical guide and a promotional artifact, the map presents the city in a clear, inviting manner tailored to foreign and domestic visitors during Spains early postwar tourism revival. The urban layout is rendered with strong legibility,

and regional aspirations

"Farther India" was a historical term used to describe the mainland Southeast Asia region

These cities and towns serve as windows into the social and economic life of the era

known as the Huerta de Europa (the Orchard of Europe)

with its detailed depictions of the city's iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower

The embassy continued to operate under the name "Embassy of the United Arab Republic" until 1971

from the warm glow of sunlight to the soft hues of twilight or the cozy ambiance of a rainy day

their clothing

Picasso's second wife and muse

along with their respective countries and regions

as they appeared during the early 18th century

the map captures the essence of the county during the 17th century