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Juris Dimiters is among the most intellectual and witty artists of his generation. The characters of his works – paintings and posters – mostly are anthropomorphized fruits and objec...

Landscape BW is a unique and original artwork created with mineral oxide on round canvas (40 cm diameter). Part of Marilina Marchica’s ongoing research on landscape and sign, the pie...

Britt Ekland – Mary Goodnight, the Man With the Golden Gun, Bangkok, 1974 Britt Ekland (born Britt-Marie Eklund; 6 October 1942) is a Swedish actress and singer. She appeared in n...

This bold and striking original poster, titled “Articles d’importation…”, was produced around 1950 by the French anti-communist organization Paix et Liberté. It stands as a dramatic artifact of Cold War propaganda, emblematic of the ideological battle waged in post-war Europe between democratic capitalism and Soviet-backed communism. The image features a brown briefcase emblazoned with the Soviet hammer and sickle, ominously opened to reveal a pistol and a set of colorful files labeled with the threats allegedly “imported” by communism: Troubles (Unrest) Sabotages Trahisons (Betrayals) Grèves politiques (Political Strikes) Agressions Rendered in bold color contrasts and menacing tones, the poster sends a clear message: communism, according to its creators, brings only violence, subversion, and political destabilization. The visual language is unmistakably designed to provoke anxiety, portraying the ideology not as a political alternative, but as a foreign-born virus—imported to corrupt national unity and peace. The poster was issued by Paix et Liberté, a French anti-communist propaganda group founded in 1950 by Jean-Paul David with backing from U.S. intelligence and support from various centrist and conservative factions in France. The organization was created at a time when the French Communist Party (PCF) enjoyed considerable popularity, particularly among workers and intellectuals, and when the Soviet Union’s influence loomed heavily over Europe. This work is a powerful example of Cold War visual rhetoric, using graphic design as a weapon in the psychological war against ideological opponents. The hammer and sickle becomes not just a symbol of another worldview, but a mark of treachery—its presence inside a briefcase evoking clandestine operations, infiltration, and national betrayal. Artistically, the poster is clean and direct, designed for mass appeal and clarity, much like other propaganda tools of the era. The use of heavy shadows, fiery red text, and the looming black background all contribute to a sense of covert danger and unease. Today, “Articles d’importation…” serves not only as a historical artifact from the peak of Cold War paranoia but also as a critical piece of political graphic art, reminding us how imagery and language can be mobilized to shape public sentiment, sow division, and influence the tides of democracy. Political - Cold war poster...

Miscellany circa 1990 by Christopher Simon Sykes A wall of discarded implements, including a large scythe, in the attics at Doddington Hall, Lincolnshire circa 1990 This beautiful...

1934 original poster by Pierre Fix-Masseau stands as a testament to the artistry of the era and the innovative spirit of Renault. Titled "2 Huiles Renault d'Hiver" this poster is a v...

Luis Miguel Valdes (Cuba, 1949) 'Tercero', 2017 oil and acrylic on canvas, 76.8 x 76.8 in. (195 x 195 cm.) ID: VAL-314 Unframed Luis Miguel Valdés, Biography Luis Miguel Valdés, a ...

Robert Cottingham's Rolling Stock series is a significant part of his artistic portfolio, focusing on railroad imagery. The series features hand-colored etchings, collographs, and mo...

Vintage Photo. A scene from the film "Kagemusha" by Akira Kurosawa. Very good condition.

Christian Rothmann ROBOTNICS Series C-Print 2019 Edition S (Edition of 10) 12 x 8.3 inches (30.5 x 21 cm) Signed, dated and numbered verso Other Edition Sizes available: - Edition M (Edition of 6) 35.4 x 23.6 inches (90 x 60 cm) - Edition L (Edition of 6) 47.2 x 31.5 inches (120 x 80 cm) - Edition XL (Edition of 3) 88.8 x 58.8 inches (225 x 150 cm) PUR - Price Upon Request -------------- Since 1979 Christian Rothmann had more than 40 solo and 80 group exhibitions worldwide. Christian Rothmann had guest lectures, residencies, art fairs and biennials in Europe, Japan, USA, Australia and Korea. Christian Rothmann (born 1954 in Kędzierzyn, Poland ) is a painter, photographer, and graphic artist.⁠ ⁠ In 1976 he first studied at the “Hochschule für Gestaltung” in Offenbach, Germany and moved to Berlin in 1977, where he graduated in 1983 at the “Hochschule der Künste”. From 1983 to 1995 he taught at the university as a lecturer and as an artist with a focus on screenprinting and American art history. To date, a versatile body of work has been created, which includes not only paintings but also long-standing photo projects, videos, and public art.⁠ ⁠ Guest lectures, teaching assignments, scholarships and exhibitions regularly lead Rothmann to travel home and abroad.⁠ ------------------------ Rothmann's Robots These creatures date back to another era, and they connect the past and the future. They were found by Christian Rothmann, a Berlin artist, collector and traveler through time and the world: In shops in Germany and Japan, Israel and America, his keen eye picks out objects cast aside by previous generations, but which lend themselves to his own work. In a similar way, he came across a stash of historic toy robots of varied provenance collected by a Berlin gallery owner many years ago. Most of them were screwed and riveted together in the 1960s and 70s by Metal House, a Japanese company that still exists today. In systematically photographing these humanoids made of tin - and later plastic - Rothmann is paraphrasing the idea of appropriation art. Unknown names designed and made the toys, which some five decades on, Rothmann depicts and emblematizes in his extensive photo sequence. In their photographs of Selim Varol's vast toy collection, his German colleagues Daniel and Geo Fuchs captured both the stereotypical and individual in plastic figures that imitate superheroes which were and still are generally manufactured somewhere in Asia. Christian Rothmann looks his robots deep in their artificially stylized, painted or corrugated eyes - or more aptly, their eye slits - and although each has a certain degree of individuality, the little figures remain unknown to us; they project nothing and are not alter egos. Rothmann trains his lens on their faces and expressions, and thus, his portraits are born. Up extremely close, dust, dents, and rust become visible. In other words, what we see is time-traces of time that has passed since the figures were made, or during their period in a Berlin attic, and - considering that he robots date back to Rothmann's childhood - time lived by the photographer and recipients of his pictures. But unlike dolls, these mechanical robots bear no reference to the ideal of beauty at the time of their manufacture, and their features are in no way modeled on a concrete child's face. In this art project the robots appear as figures without a context, photographed face-on, cropped in front of a neutral background and reduced to their qualities of form. But beyond the reproduction and documentation a game with surfaces is going on; our view lingers on the outer skin of the object, or on the layer over it. The inside - which can be found beneath - is to an extent metaphysical, occurring inside the observer's mind. Only rarely is there anything to see behind the robot's helmet. When an occasional human face does peer out, it turns the figure into a robot-like protective casing for an astronaut of the future. If we really stop and think about modern toys, let's say those produced from the mid 20th century, when Disney and Marvel films were already stimulating a massive appetite for merchandising, the question must be: do such fantasy and hybrid creatures belong, does something like artificial intelligence already belong to the broader community of humans and animals? It is already a decade or two since the wave of Tamagotchis washed in from Japan, moved children to feed and entertain their newly born electronic chicks in the way they would a real pet, or to run the risk of seeing them die. It was a new form of artificial life, but the relationship between people and machines becomes problematic when the machines or humanoid robots have excellent fine motor skills and artificial intelligence and sensitivity on a par with, or even greater than that of humans. Luckily we have not reached that point yet, even if Hollywood adaptations would have us believe we are not far away. Rothmann's robots are initially sweet toys, and each toy is known to have a different effect on children and adults. They are conceived by (adult) designers as a means of translating or retelling history or reality through miniature animals, knights, and soldiers. In the case of monsters, mythical creatures, and robots, it is more about creating visions of the future and parallel worlds. Certainly, since the success of fantasy books and films such as Lord of the Rings or The Hobbit, we see the potential for vast enthusiasm for such parallel worlds. Successful computer and online games such as World of Warcraft, or the creation of avatars are also interesting worldwide phenomena of virtual realities that are not only relevant for children and teens. So when a middle-aged Berlin photographic artist (like Christian Rothmann) chooses to study 120 toy robots with great difference in form, it represents a journey back to his own childhood - even if at the time, he played with a steam engine rather than a robot. Once batteries had been inserted, some of the largely male or gender-neutral robots, could flash, shoot, turn around and even do more complicated things. Some can even still do it today - albeit clumsily. This, of course, can only be seen on film, but the artist intends to document that as well; to feature the robots in filmic works of art. The positioning of the figures in the studio is the same as the tableau of pictures in the exhibition room. In this way, one could say Rothmann deploys one robot after the other. This systematic approach enables a comparative view; the extreme enlargement of what are actually small and manageable figures is like the macro vision of insects whose fascinating, sometimes monster-like appearance only becomes visible when they are blown up a hundredfold. The same thing goes for the robots; in miniature form, they seem harmless and cute, but if they were larger than humans and made noises to match, they would seem more threatening. Some of the tin figures...

Death Wish - Original 1974 Lobby Card #5 Vintage Leon Lobby Card: A New York City architect becomes a one-man vigilante squad after his wife is murdered by street punks. In self-de...

The French Trench is an artwork realized by Auguste Raffet (1804-1860) in the 1860s. Belongs to the series "Souvenir d'Italie - Expédition de Rome". Lithograph, signed and dated by...

The Sudanese  is a black and white vintage photo, realized in Mid 20th Century. Good conditions and aged. It belongs to a historical and nostalgic album including historical moment...

Signed and numbered, verso This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City. “The Black Eye” continues Michal Chelbin’s exploration of the world of athletes and perfor...

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This is an E. Joseph Fontaine original oil painting on canvas. In good condition measures 37x30

Clayton Knight drew a careful rendering of the plane -- even showing how it would look in the air as it banked. Edward Stinson was an accomplished, eve...

Lithograph on grand vélin d'Arches paper. Inscription: unsigned and unnumbered, as issued. Good condition. Notes: from the folio, La Liberté des Mers, 1959. Published by Maeght Édite...

Vintage Gelatin Silver Print mounted on board Image size: 7.5 x 9.5 in. Titled and dated in pencil on mount margin Titled and dated in pencil, and artist stamp in black ink on mount...

Le cigare bleu is a contemporary artwork realized by the artist Fifo Stricker in 1985. Mixed colored aquatint and etching.  Hand signed and dated by the artist on the lower right m...

An original bronze sculpture by Constantin Antonovici from his Owl Series. Referenced in "Constantin Antonovici: Sculptor of Owls", pg 43 Antonovici was born in Neamt, Romania on February 18, 1911, and graduated from the Fine Arts Academy in Iasi, Romania, in 1939. In 1940, Antonovici studied in Zagreb with the famous Croatian sculptor Ivan Mestrovici, until his arrest by Italian fascists. Antonovici himself survived imprisonment in Germany for his refusal to fight on the side of the Nazis. After the war, he continued his studies in Vienna, under the tutelage of Professor Fritz Behn...

Carlo Prior, Cuba- Historical Photo is a black and white vintage photo, realized in the 1960s. It belongs to historical album including photo reportages of historical moment and poli...

Plastic Jesus is a Los Angeles based street artist that specializes in bold stencil and installation work, inspired by world news events, society, the urban environment, culture and ...

The study of human crowds and moving figures is the main focus of Julia’s paintings. Using a variety of photographic reference material and her own imagination, Julia captures the sp...

War in Algeria- Vintage Photo is a historical photograph realized in the 1960s. Good condition and aged.

Georgian artist Merab Gagiladze was born in Tbilisi. In 1987 he began his formal art education at the Tbilisi College of Art, School of Ceramics. In 19...

Krupp's 1000-Pounder Gun is an artwork realized by an artist during the 19th century. Lithograph, printed in 1872 by Milliam Mackenzie, London. Good condition.

These paintings reflect the love Nancy Baker has for combining classical imagery with an image that is strange. The most direct example is in Alien Nation where i have a potter at a ...

Barber's brush - Limited edition pigment print on Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Baryta 315 gsm, 2016 - Limited Editions of 15 Image size : 10" x 8" ( the white margin is not counted) Pr...

Archery, Olympic Games Beijing 2008 is a lithograph print realized by Gianmarco Montesano.  Limited edition of 260. Hand signed and numbered in pencil. This artwork is from the por...

Isaac Kahn, Lithuanian (1950 - ) - Horse Plate, Year: 1996, Medium: Bronze Plaque, Edition: 15/99, Size: 15.75 x 15.75 in. (40.01 x 40.01 cm)

India. Jodpoor - Mach 2nd, 1893 - is an original vintage black and white photo realized during a journey throughout the world performed by prince Franz Ferdinand von Osterreich Este ...

War in Algeria is a Vintage Photo photograph realized in the 1960s. Good conditions and aged.

Lithograph hand colored realized by Enrico Benaglia. Edition of 120. Hand signed and numbered in pencil.

Original UK Lobby Card of John Glen´s movie "James Bond 007 - Never say never again", UK 1984. Actors: Sean Connery Keywords: James Bond, 007, a...

Mussolini in Libya is a b/w photographic print on glazed paper. Stamp of agency Trampus, Paris and cliché applied on the back, realized on 20 Mars of 1937. Very good general conditi...

A lone man carrying plastic shopping bags stands defiantly in front of a column of tanks during the Tiananmen Square Massacre, Beijing, China, June 4th 1989. TITLE: Tiananmen Square 1989 PHOTO: Stuart Franklin / Magnum Photos...

This is a gorgeous hand-carved white marble object. The marble is polished and has an amazing tactile feeling. This piece is celebrates our conne...

War in Algeria is a Vintage Photo photograph realized in the 1960s. Good conditions and aged.

This circa 1915 French wartime propaganda poster is a striking example of World War I-era rationing efforts, emphasizing collective sacrifice and equitable distribution. Designed under the direction of the Comité de Prévoyance et d’Économies, this poster encouraged the French population to ration essential goods, particularly sugar, during the war. At the heart of the artwork is a symbolic sugar loaf, partially cut by a saber, visually reinforcing the message of dividing resources fairly. The text reads: "Avec la carte, nous en aurons peu – mais nous en aurons tous." ("With the ration card, we will have little – but we will all have some.") This message aimed to instill a sense of national solidarity and compliance with rationing policies. The lower inscription, "Casse aujourd’hui ton sucre en deux pour en avoir demain?" ("Break your sugar in half today to have some tomorrow?"), serves as a direct appeal to personal responsibility in wartime resource management. The bold yet simple color scheme (blue, red, black, and beige) gives the poster a striking visual identity, making it both an effective propaganda piece and a historically significant artifact. This rare wartime poster is a powerful reminder of civilian resilience and the role of public cooperation in wartime economies. Due to its historical importance and striking design, it remains highly collectible, particularly among WWI memorabilia...

DIRTY HARRY (1971) Vintage poster created for the first Japanese release of the Don SIEGEL directed thriller starring Clint EASTWOOD * Format: B2: 20×28 inches (51×73 cm) * Condit...

May 6, 1976 -Friuli earthquake- Gemona is a black and white vintage photo, realized in May 13, 1976. Good conditions and aged. It belongs to a historical and nostalgic album includ...

This dynamic World War I–era illustration depicts a soldier of the 26th U.S. Infantry, captured at a moment of heightened action and resolve. Shown striding forward with a bayonet-fixed rifle in one hand and a grenade in the other, the figure embodies the determination and forward drive associated with the famed “Blue Spaders” regiment. Rendered with striking accuracy, the piece reflects the visual language of early twentieth-century military posters...

May 6, 1976 -Friuli earthquake- Gemona is a black and white vintage photo, realized in May 12, 1976. Good conditions and aged. It belongs to a historical and nostalgic album includ...

In 1967, Iberia Líneas Aéreas de España released this stunning travel poster promoting flights to Argentina, capturing the nation’s rich Gaucho heritage and cultural identity. The de...

Ghisi's original poster for Invicta - 17 Jewels Antimagnetic Swiss stands as a rare and historical gem, offering a captivating glimpse into the world of horological elegance and Swis...

Le Plan Orsec is a black and white vintage photo, realized in November 15th 1960. The photo depicts a general overwiew of the disaster in Bonneuil, near Paris, and the use of Civil ...

American Astrophysicists Watch the Sun - American Vintage Photograph is an original black and white photograph realized in the U.S in the Mid-20th Century in a series on American lif...

The Soldier's Ballad is a contemporary artwork realized by Max Ernst in 1972. Mixed colored lithograph on Arches Paper. Edited by Manus Presse, Stuttgart 1972. Not signed and not ...

Three design-quality illustrations of Hahn (Steyr-Hahn) brand Air Pellet Pistols by Edward T. Liljenwall (American, 1943-2010). Each pistol is expertly rendered, with smooth shading ...

Etching with aquatint in colors on paper. Hand signed in pencil. A poetic and imaginative etching with aquatint in colours by Italian contemporary artist Enrico Benaglia, known for ...

Gelatin silver print Signed and numbered, verso 14 x 11 inches, sheet (Edition of 15) This photograph is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City. In Close Relations, noted p...

This photo poster was made by Stuart Franklin, a British photojournalist who became famous through this photo. Nicknamed the Tiananmen Square Man or "Tank Man...

Historical Photo - American In Cuba is a black and white vintage photo, realized in the 1960s. It belongs to historical album including photo reportages of historical moment and poli...

Vintage Photo. The Italian Actress Lauretta Masiero in a scene from the Italian television miniseries "Le Avventura di Laura Storm".

Denied Warhol Gun I (Salmon/Pink) Painting on canvas by Charles Lutz Silkscreen and acrylic on canvas with artist's Denied stamp of the Andy Warhol Art Aut...

The British Actor Stewart Granger is a black and white photograph realized in 1962 Vintage Photo. depicting The British Actor Stewart Granger. Dated...

The work was created in my author's technique of electric welding on polished steel sheet. The surface is covered with a protective varnish. When heated, metal warps, creating arbitr...

Italtel Center in 1980s is an original black and white photograph realized by an Anonymous photographer. With the typed notes on the paper attached to the image- Italian description-...

Red Marble Woman is a giant contemporary sculpture realized by Paolo Guiotto in 1970s. Realized by the Sculpor in Tripontic Marble or Peacock Eye, variation red. Ideal for outdoor ...