Vintage Banff 1977 Calendar Poster – Canadian Rockies Alberta Illustration by Bickerstaff

Description

A rare and remarkable vintage calendar poster from 1977, celebrating the spirit of Banff in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Alberta. This detailed black and white pen illustration, signed by artist Bickerstaff, brings together a rich collage of iconic Banff imagery — a rugged skier with goggles dominates the composition, surrounded by mountain cowboys, bighorn sheep, horseback riders, a swinging lantern, and a banjo-playing character captioned “Alberta blue eyes.” The text “in the blue Canadian Rockies” grounds the piece in its proud regional identity. A full 1977 twelve-month calendar sits at the centre, making this both a functional historical artefact and a striking piece of illustrative art. The bold, energetic ink work captures the wild, adventurous character of Banff and the Canadian West in the 1970s. Printed on premium quality paper with crisp reproduction of every fine pen stroke. Perfect for collectors of vintage Canadiana, mountain town memorabilia, retro illustration lovers, and anyone looking for a truly unique conversation piece for their wall.