What is the rarest movie poster?

While no one knows for sure which of the thousands of movie posters that have been produced is the rarest, certain ones have fetched high prices at auctions due to their rarity. Many are from classic horror films, such as 1931's Frankenstein, 1933's King Kong and 1934's The Black Cat. Other prized posters include those for 1933's Flying Down to Rio and 1927's Metropolis. A version of the latter sold for a record-setting $690,000 in 2005. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of movie posters.

How do I find old movie posters?

To find old movie posters, you can attend flea markets and auctions or look at secondhand shops in your area. Some art dealers sell them and they are among the inventory of various reputable online platforms. Find a collection of vintage movie posters on 1stDibs.

How can I tell if a vintage movie poster is real?

To tell if a movie poster is vintage, look at it through a loupe or magnifying glass. Older posters were created through a process that applies a solid color to the paper. Reproductions are often produced by a method that uses visible pixels. The size of the poster may also be a giveaway. Research to determine the known sizes of that particular poster will help in your research. Shop a large collection of vintage movie posters from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Did they have record players in the 1930s?

Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.

What did brides wear in the 1930s?

What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.

How do you identify 1930s furniture?

To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.

What did phones look like in the 1930s?

In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.

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Glen Cravath"Smart Woman", 1930s

$8,600

H 26 in W 26 in

"Smart Woman"

By Glen Cravath

Located in Fort Washington, PA

for 1930's movie poster advertising the movie "Smart Woman."

Category

1930s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

'Marihuana' Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster, 1930s

$5,159Sale Price|25% Off

H 41.5 in W 27.88 in D 0.1 in

'Marihuana' Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster, 1930s

Located in Devon, GB

become one of the cult classics of the 1930s for it's laughable campness. Naturally, the rare original

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A RodiantOriginal Jack Holt Motorcycle - Crash Donovan vintage movie poster, c. 1936

$1,398

H 34.5 in W 24.75 in D 0.2 in

Original Jack Holt Motorcycle - Crash Donovan vintage movie poster

Located in Spokane, WA

Original 1930s Danish Movie Poster – "Færdsels-Politiet Arbejder" (Crash Donovan) Featuring Jack

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1930s Art Deco Figurative Prints

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Brides les Bains 1929 French Railway Travel Advertising Poster, Leon Benigni

$4,560

H 39.5 in W 24.75 in D 0.1 in

Brides les Bains 1929 French Railway Travel Advertising Poster, Leon Benigni

By Léon Bénigni

Located in Bath, Somerset

and into the 1930’s. This original vintage movie poster has been professionally linen-backed is sized

Category

20th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Linen, Paper

St Honore Les Bains 1935 French PLM Railway Travel Advertising Poster Jean Boyer

$1,609

H 39 in W 23.25 in D 0.1 in

St Honore Les Bains 1935 French PLM Railway Travel Advertising Poster Jean Boyer

By Jean Boyer

Located in Bath, Somerset

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Category

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H 30.5 in W 0.75 in D 24.75 in

3 Antique 1930s Lancaster Theatre Movie Marquee Posters Signs Theater Artwork

Located in Dayton, OH

Set of three antique marquee posters for the Lancaster Theatre from 1936, 1937, and 1938, printed

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Paper

Original 1930s Movie Poster "The Burning Question Marihuana"

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Located in Chicago, IL

Original 1930s Movie Poster "The Burning Question Marihuana."

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Vintage 1930s American Posters

McClelland BarclayJeanette MacDonald, 1932

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H 22.25 in W 22.25 in

Jeanette MacDonald

By McClelland Barclay

Located in Minneapolis, MN

magazines in the 1920s and 1930s. He began painting movie poster art for Hollywood studios during the 1930s

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1930s Art Deco Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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1930s Movie Posters For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1930s movie posters available for sale. Each of these unique 1930s movie posters was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, wood and bronze. 1930s movie posters have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. 1930s movie posters made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made 1930s movie posters over the years, but those made by Anton Ziegler, Eric Rohman and Jean-Adrien Mercier are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are 1930s Movie Posters?

Prices for 1930s movie posters start at $510 and top out at $24,500 with the average selling for $2,382.

Questions About 1930s Movie Posters

What is the rarest movie poster?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
While no one knows for sure which of the thousands of movie posters that have been produced is the rarest, certain ones have fetched high prices at auctions due to their rarity. Many are from classic horror films, such as 1931's Frankenstein, 1933's King Kong and 1934's The Black Cat. Other prized posters include those for 1933's Flying Down to Rio and 1927's Metropolis. A version of the latter sold for a record-setting $690,000 in 2005. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of movie posters.
How do I find old movie posters?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To find old movie posters, you can attend flea markets and auctions or look at secondhand shops in your area. Some art dealers sell them and they are among the inventory of various reputable online platforms. Find a collection of vintage movie posters on 1stDibs.
How can I tell if a vintage movie poster is real?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To tell if a movie poster is vintage, look at it through a loupe or magnifying glass. Older posters were created through a process that applies a solid color to the paper. Reproductions are often produced by a method that uses visible pixels. The size of the poster may also be a giveaway. Research to determine the known sizes of that particular poster will help in your research. Shop a large collection of vintage movie posters from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Did they have record players in the 1930s?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
What did brides wear in the 1930s?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
How do you identify 1930s furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
What did phones look like in the 1930s?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.