{"product_id":"barcelona-columbus-sunset-poster","title":"Barcelona Columbus Monument Sunset Poster","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eBarcelona Columbus Monument Sunset Poster – A Warm Icon of the City\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\nThis Barcelona Columbus Monument sunset poster by Alecse captures one of the city’s most iconic landmarks in a completely unique atmosphere. Bathed in warm peach and golden tones, the scene transforms the famous monument into a soft, almost dreamlike vision of Barcelona.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Landmark at the Edge of the City\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\nLocated at the end of La Rambla, near Port Vell, the Columbus Monument (Mirador de Colom) stands as a symbolic gateway between the historic city and the sea. Surrounded by palm trees and wide avenues, it marks the transition from the Gothic Quarter to the waterfront.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\nIn this composition, the monument rises elegantly against the sky, framed by urban life and Mediterranean light.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Columbus Monument\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\nInaugurated in 1888 for the Universal Exhibition, the monument honors Christopher Columbus and his return to Spain after his first voyage to the Americas. The statue at the top famously points outward — often believed to indicate the New World, although it actually points out to sea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Signature Sunset \u0026amp; Halftone Effect\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\nWhat makes this poster truly unique is Alecse’s creative approach: a subtle halftone sun has been added to the composition before applying the final halftone treatment. This layered technique creates a soft glowing effect, enhancing the warmth of the scene and reinforcing its vintage character.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\nThe result is both graphic and atmospheric — a modern reinterpretation of classic travel posters.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExperience It in Barcelona\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\nYou can discover this artwork at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/g.page\/r\/CYeA3KRxMLc6ECA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMyRetroPoster Gallery in Barcelona\u003c\/a\u003e, just a short walk from the Columbus Monument itself.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFun Facts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\n• The monument stands 60 meters tall and includes a viewing platform inside.\u003cbr\u003e\n• It was built for the 1888 Universal Exhibition in Barcelona.\u003cbr\u003e\n• Contrary to popular belief, Columbus is not pointing toward America but out to sea.\u003cbr\u003e\n• The base of the monument features detailed sculptures representing different regions of Spain.\u003cbr\u003e\n• This poster is one of the rare designs where Alecse introduces a double halftone effect to simulate sunlight.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND PRINT QUALITY\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine Art Process – 12-colour giclée printing (100+ year colour guarantee)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum-quality heavyweight 200gsm Enhanced Matte Art paper (EMA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoster only – frame sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorldwide tracked shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction time: 2 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolled and packaged in a reinforced carton tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSatisfaction guaranteed – replaced free of charge if damaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAverage delivery: 3–7 days (EU\/US\/AU) and up to 15 days worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\nPrinted in UK, US, EU, CA \u0026amp; AU and shipped worldwide in eco-friendly tubes.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e© \"Barcelona Columbus Monument Sunset\" poster by Alecse. A limited edition of 300 prints, exclusively published by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myretroposter.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMyRetroPoster\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MyRetroposter","offers":[{"title":"S | 20x30cm | 8x12\" (US)","offer_id":56553285910908,"sku":"BCN-COLON-SUNSET26","price":31.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"M | 30x45cm | 12x18\" (US)","offer_id":56553285943676,"sku":"BCN-COLON-SUNSET26","price":46.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"L | 40x60cm | 16x24\" (US)","offer_id":56553285976444,"sku":"BCN-COLON-SUNSET26","price":61.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL | 50x75cm | 20x30\" (US)","offer_id":56553286009212,"sku":"BCN-COLON-SUNSET26","price":86.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL | 60x90cm | 24x36\" (US)","offer_id":56553286041980,"sku":"BCN-COLON-SUNSET26","price":117.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"3XL | 70x105cm | 27x41\" (US)","offer_id":56553286074748,"sku":"BCN-COLON-SUNSET26","price":152.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"4XL | 80x120cm | 32x48\" (US)","offer_id":56553286107516,"sku":"BCN-COLON-SUNSET26","price":202.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"5XL OVERSIZED 100x150cm","offer_id":56553286140284,"sku":"BCN-COLON-SUNSET26","price":283.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/2931\/3595\/files\/vintage-Travel-Poster-of-BCN-COLON-SUNSET26-E2.webp?v=1774722851","url":"https:\/\/myretroposter.com\/en-ch\/products\/barcelona-columbus-sunset-poster","provider":"My Retro Poster","version":"1.0","type":"link"}