Catalina Swimwear In-Store Display Advertising Poster c 1940s AP1843
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Catalina Swimwear In-Store Display Advertising Poster c 1940s AP1843

$2,500.00
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Boasts a wonderful photographic panorama of Avalon Bay, Catalina Harbor, in its getaway heyday.. The poster measures 35 3/4" x 47 1/2", and the frame is 40 1/2" x 52". Contact us to arrange special shipping, local delivery, or pickup at the warehouse. Catalina is still a brand of women's swimwear. It was once one of the oldest clothing manufacturers in California. Their history began in 1907, as Bentz Knitting Mills, a small manufacturer of underwear and sweaters. The name was changed to Pacific Knitting Mills in 1912, accompanied by the introduction of swimwear to their existing knit lines. The name was changed again finally to Catalina in 1928. Catalina founded the Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants as a promotion. This happened after a contestant in the Miss America event refused to do a photo shoot in swimwear, prompting Catalina to withdraw their support. In the 1920s, Catalina produced increasingly daring swimwear, including the boldly striped "Chicken Suit", men's "Speed Suit"

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