State Line

Description

State Line captures an extraordinary moment at the Cal Neva Lodge in 1959, where Slim Aarons photographed a swimming pool that literally straddles two states. The pool's bottom displays a bold line marking the Nevada-California border, creating a geographic novelty that guests playfully cross with each stroke. Swimmers lounge and splash across this unique boundary while the Sierra Nevada mountains rise dramatically in the background, their peaks forming a natural amphitheater around this midcentury playground. The scene radiates the carefree leisure of an era when such geographic quirks became destinations themselves, embodied in the relaxed postures of figures enjoying this unusual landmark.

This photograph transforms your space into a conversation piece that bridges history, geography, and the golden age of American leisure. State Line brings the magnetic appeal of midcentury resort culture into contemporary interiors, where the unusual premise of swimming between states sparks curiosity and adds a layer of sophisticated whimsy to your walls. Whether anchoring a study, enlivening a living room, or adding character to a hallway, this piece works beautifully across design styles, from minimalist modern to classic traditional. The vintage charm and geographical intrigue create an atmosphere where guests naturally pause to examine the scene, drawn to both the visual beauty and the story it tells.

Available in museum-quality photo lustre or elegant matte finish, each print arrives professionally framed in your choice of classic black, clean white, or warm natural wood. Slim Aarons specialized in capturing moments where luxury met novelty, and this poolside scene exemplifies his gift for finding the extraordinary in leisure. Make this geographic curiosity and visual delight yours today.