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Monday, May 5, 2025

AIRLINER 1940s

Airliner Background Left Side
Airliner Background Right Side

AIRLINER 1940s.
As commercial air travel became more popular it was bound to inspire toy merchandising and this paper doll set was probably one of the earliest examples. Our pilot and hostess sport a full wardrobe for both work and play (on those layovers) and even a couple of flight suits for some daring do.
I have included a bi-fold background to go along with them.














 

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