Large globe, PanAm terminal, Miami, Florida, USA
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Large globe, PanAm terminal, Miami, Florida, USA
People looking at a large globe on display in the lobby of the Pan-American Airways terminal in Miami, Florida, USA. Date: 1936
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a group of people are seen gathered in the lobby of the Pan-American Airways terminal in Miami, Florida, USA, in 1936. The focal point of the scene is a large, intricately detailed globe, suspended from the ceiling and bathed in soft, diffused light. The globe, with its textured surface and meticulously rendered continents and seas, is a testament to the wonder and excitement of air travel in the 1930s. The terminal building, with its streamlined Art Deco design and elegant curves, exudes an air of sophistication and modernity. The revolving check-in counter and the clock on the wall add to the sense of bustling activity and efficiency that would have characterized air travel during this era. The people in the photograph, dressed in stylish 1930s attire, are deep in conversation as they gaze up at the globe. Their expressions suggest a sense of awe and curiosity, as they contemplate the vast expanse of the world and the possibilities of travel it offers. The globe, with its intricate details and intriguing mysteries, would have been a source of fascination and inspiration for travelers, as they embarked on their journeys to far-flung destinations. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of air travel and the role that Pan-American Airways played in shaping the way we explore the world. It is a reminder of the sense of adventure and discovery that has always been a part of travel, and the enduring allure of the globe as a symbol of our connection to the planet and to each other.
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