Flexible Flyer The Willows Splitkein

This original vintage ski travel poster hails from the 1940s and is a rare gem issued by Flexible Flyer. Noteworthy is its unique feature: promotion of the Willows Farm and Ski Lodge in Franconia, NH, managed by Myrtis & Louis Keen.

Flexible Flyer utilized these posters to endorse their licensed production of the Norwegian ski brand "Splitkein." Designed by Sascha Maurer, these exquisite posters were customized for businesses with specific text. In this case, it advertises the Willows Farm and Ski Lodge in Franconia, NH.

Historical records reveal advertisements in the Yale Daily News dating back to 1941, highlighting the amenities offered by The Willows, including its proximity to Cannon Mt. Tramway, steam heating, home-cooked meals, and hot & cold water in every room. Special rates were available for Yale students.

Although the poster has undergone several restorations for missing paper and shows signs of discoloration, fold marks, and age-related wear, its vintage charm would undoubtedly enhance the ambiance of any ski lodge when displayed on the wall.