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Romer italy hand carved desk top martial arts black belt sculpture
Romer italy hand carved desk top martial arts black belt sculpture

Romer italy hand carved desk top martial arts black belt sculpture

Located in Ferndale, MI

Whimsical carved figure of black belt martial arts patron . Decked in white martial arts robe with black belt .

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Wood

Original Vintage Film Poster The Way Of The Dragon Bruce Lee Martial Arts
Original Vintage Film Poster The Way Of The Dragon Bruce Lee Martial Arts

Original Vintage Film Poster The Way Of The Dragon Bruce Lee Martial Arts

Located in London, GB

Original vintage film poster issued by Pakistan International Pictures for the iconic martial arts action movie The Way of the Dragon written and directed by Bruce Lee, produced by R...

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1970s Pakistani Vintage Martial Arts

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Paper

20th Century Bronze Martial Arts Boy or Karate Kid Statue with Marble Base
20th Century Bronze Martial Arts Boy or Karate Kid Statue with Marble Base

20th Century Bronze Martial Arts Boy or Karate Kid Statue with Marble Base

Located in Stamford, CT

Late 20th century bronze martial arts boy or Karate Kid statue on a marble base.

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Late 20th Century Thai Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

'Enter The Dragon' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Polish, 1981
'Enter The Dragon' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Polish, 1981

'Enter The Dragon' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Polish, 1981

By Jakub Erol

Located in Devon, GB

Renowned Polish poster artist Jakub Erol focused on a stark monochrome portrait of Bruce Lee punctuated with a blood red slash for the first Polish release of the seminal 1973 martia...

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1980s Polish Post-Modern Vintage Martial Arts

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Paper

"Power Force" Ghanaian Movie Poster
"Power Force" Ghanaian Movie Poster

"Power Force" Ghanaian Movie Poster

$1,480

H 37.25 in W 27.75 in D 1 in

"Power Force" Ghanaian Movie Poster

Located in Chicago, IL

Power Force was an American-made martial arts movie from 1991. It starred Alphonse Beni, a Cameroonian born movie star as a crime-fighting ninja.

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Late 20th Century Ghanaian Vintage Martial Arts

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Fabric

1973 Enter the Dragon Original Vintage Poster
1973 Enter the Dragon Original Vintage Poster

1973 Enter the Dragon Original Vintage Poster

$1,725

H 41 in W 27 in D 0.1 in

1973 Enter the Dragon Original Vintage Poster

By Bob Peak

Located in Winchester, GB

Widely considered one of, if not the greatest martial arts films of all time. Enter the Dragon is a 1973 martial arts film produced by and starring Bruce Lee.

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1970s Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Mid-20th Century Chinese Wood Carved God of Martial Wealth Status
Mid-20th Century Chinese Wood Carved God of Martial Wealth Status

Mid-20th Century Chinese Wood Carved God of Martial Wealth Status

$812Sale Price|35% Off

H 16 in W 8 in D 4.5 in

Mid-20th Century Chinese Wood Carved God of Martial Wealth Status

Located in Pomona, CA

At same time, He is highly skilled in martial arts, and he is also known as the God of Martial Wealth.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Boxwood

Decorative Pair of Japanese 20th Century Vases Mounted as Table Lamps
Decorative Pair of Japanese 20th Century Vases Mounted as Table Lamps

Decorative Pair of Japanese 20th Century Vases Mounted as Table Lamps

Located in London, by appointment only

Decorative pair of Japanese 20th century vases mounted as table lamps, decorated with martial arts scenes painted in broad brushstrokes of reds, oranges and blues and picked out with...

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20th Century Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Ceramic

Enter the Dragon 1973 US 1 Sheet Film Movie Poster, Bob Peak
Enter the Dragon 1973 US 1 Sheet Film Movie Poster, Bob Peak

Enter the Dragon 1973 US 1 Sheet Film Movie Poster, Bob Peak

By Bob Peak

Located in Bath, Somerset

Fantastic design by Bob Peak features on this original US 1 Sheet film poster for seminal Bruce Lee martial arts flick Enter the Dragon. This original vintage movie poster has been ...

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20th Century American Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Linen, Paper

"Crystal Hunt" Ghanaian Movie Poster
"Crystal Hunt" Ghanaian Movie Poster

"Crystal Hunt" Ghanaian Movie Poster

$1,380

H 41.75 in W 36.5 in D 1 in

"Crystal Hunt" Ghanaian Movie Poster

Located in Chicago, IL

Starring Donnie Yen, "The Bruce Lee of the 90s," "Crystal Hunt" was a martial arts film from Hong Kong made in 1991. Frequently, theaters in Ghana were unable to import official post...

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Late 20th Century Ghanaian Folk Art Vintage Martial Arts

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Canvas

"Cantonese Iron Kung Fu" Ghanaian Movie Poster, c. 1985
"Cantonese Iron Kung Fu" Ghanaian Movie Poster, c. 1985

"Cantonese Iron Kung Fu" Ghanaian Movie Poster, c. 1985

Located in Chicago, IL

Starring Bryan Leung, "Cantonen Iron Kung Fu" was a martial arts film from Hong Kong made in 1979. Frequently, theaters in Ghana were unable to import official posters.

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1980s Ghanaian Vintage Martial Arts

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Paint, Paper

Nude original Lithograph EA by Alain Bonnefoit
Nude original Lithograph EA by Alain Bonnefoit

Nude original Lithograph EA by Alain Bonnefoit

By Alain Bonnefoit

Located in Pasadena, CA

“One should always avoid blocked, stunted, inhibited, breathless gestures,” Bonnefoit says. “As in martial arts, the quality of breathing is essential for achievement.”

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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Lithograph

Nude original Lithograph EA by Alain Bonnefoit
Nude original Lithograph EA by Alain Bonnefoit

Nude original Lithograph EA by Alain Bonnefoit

By Alain Bonnefoit

Located in Pasadena, CA

“One should always avoid blocked, stunted, inhibited, breathless gestures,” Bonnefoit says. “As in martial arts, the quality of breathing is essential for achievement.”

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Lithograph

"A Bridge of Dragon" Ghanaian Movie Poster, c. 1999
"A Bridge of Dragon" Ghanaian Movie Poster, c. 1999

"A Bridge of Dragon" Ghanaian Movie Poster, c. 1999

$1,480

H 41.25 in W 36.75 in D 1 in

"A Bridge of Dragon" Ghanaian Movie Poster, c. 1999

Located in Chicago, IL

This painting has exciting perspective emphasizing the excitement of the exotic martial arts the artists endeavored to communicate to their unfamiliar audience.

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Late 20th Century Ghanaian Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Wood

Original 1978 Thai Bruce Lee "Enter the Game of Death" Framed Poster
Original 1978 Thai Bruce Lee "Enter the Game of Death" Framed Poster

Original 1978 Thai Bruce Lee "Enter the Game of Death" Framed Poster

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A captivating slice of 1970s martial arts cinema history, this original 1978 Thai theatrical poster for "Enter the Game of Death" showcases iconic Bruce Lee imagery in bold, saturate...

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1970s Thai Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martial Arts

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Wood, Paper

"Cantonese Iron Kung Fu" Ghanaian Hand-Painted Movie Poster
"Cantonese Iron Kung Fu" Ghanaian Hand-Painted Movie Poster

"Cantonese Iron Kung Fu" Ghanaian Hand-Painted Movie Poster

Located in Chicago, IL

Starring Bryan Leung, "Cantonen Iron Kung Fu" was a 1979 Hong Kong martial arts film directed by Lee Chiu. The film's international success is evident in this hand-painted advertisem...

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Late 20th Century Pop Art Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Acrylic, Fabric

Black Belt Jones - Original 1974 Lobby Card
Black Belt Jones - Original 1974 Lobby Card

Black Belt Jones - Original 1974 Lobby Card

Located in London, GB

Black Belt Jones - Original 1974 Lobby Card Black Belt Jones Black Belt Jones is a 1974 American blaxploitation martial arts film directed by Robert Clouse and starring Jim Ke...

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1970s Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper, Cardboard

Vintage Everlast Boxing Punching Bag with Folk Art Illustration
Vintage Everlast Boxing Punching Bag with Folk Art Illustration

Vintage Everlast Boxing Punching Bag with Folk Art Illustration

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This looks like a classic "heavy bag," also known as heavy duty or jumbo bag, used for strength training in boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai and a range of other martial arts. However t...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Nylon

Black Belt Jones - Original 1974 Lobby Card
Black Belt Jones - Original 1974 Lobby Card

Black Belt Jones - Original 1974 Lobby Card

Located in London, GB

Black Belt Jones - Original 1974 Lobby Card Black Belt Jones Black Belt Jones is a 1974 American blaxploitation martial arts film directed by Robert Clouse and starring Jim Kelly ...

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1970s Modern Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper, Cardboard

Bespoken Silver and Gold Necklace with Japanese Tengu Mask by Mary Ann Scherr
Bespoken Silver and Gold Necklace with Japanese Tengu Mask by Mary Ann Scherr

Bespoken Silver and Gold Necklace with Japanese Tengu Mask by Mary Ann Scherr

By Mary Ann Scherr

Located in Atlanta, GA

These Shinto deities are renowned for their swordsmanship, martial arts, and magical trickery. The silver mask was lacquered red with white thick eyebrows, lively bulging eyes and a ...

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20th Century American Modern Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

20th Century Asian Sculpture Guan Yu Chinese Warrior Hand Carved Rosewood
20th Century Asian Sculpture Guan Yu Chinese Warrior Hand Carved Rosewood

20th Century Asian Sculpture Guan Yu Chinese Warrior Hand Carved Rosewood

Located in Topeka, KS

And while we don’t believe he is going to break out with any actual martial arts moves; his fearless presence commands the room and demands attention!

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Martial Arts

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Rosewood

FINE PAIR OF EXTRA LARGE BOISTEROUS EXPLOITS OF THE DRUNKEN IMMORTALS PAINTINGs
FINE PAIR OF EXTRA LARGE BOISTEROUS EXPLOITS OF THE DRUNKEN IMMORTALS PAINTINGs

FINE PAIR OF EXTRA LARGE BOISTEROUS EXPLOITS OF THE DRUNKEN IMMORTALS PAINTINGs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Zhang Guolao’s name means Old Fruit Zhang Influence of the Eight Immortals in cultural history A number of Chinese martial arts are named after the Eight Immortals, often employi...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Martial Arts

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Pine

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Bruce Lee Candid Shot at Home Fine Art Print

Bruce Lee Candid Shot at Home Fine Art Print

By Doris Nieh

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This black and white photograph features Hong Kong and American actor, film director, martial artist, martial arts instructor, and philosopher Bruce Lee.

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1960s Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, C Print, Archival Pigment

Japanese Arita "Iroe Shoubumon" ornamental vase L
Japanese Arita "Iroe Shoubumon" ornamental vase L

Japanese Arita "Iroe Shoubumon" ornamental vase L

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

This is a hand-drawn piece featuring the iris, which is said to embody strength, courtesy (especially in martial arts), and the meaning of victory, as it is pronounced "Shoubu" in Ja...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

"Enter The Dragon" '1973' Poster
"Enter The Dragon" '1973' Poster

"Enter The Dragon" '1973' Poster

Unavailable

H 30 in W 20 in D 0.1 in

"Enter The Dragon" '1973' Poster

Located in London, GB

Bruce Lee plays a martial-arts expert determined to help capture the narcotics dealer whose gang was responsible for the death of his sister.

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1970s British Vintage Martial Arts

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Paper

Bruce Lee and Brandon Lee Fine Art Print

Bruce Lee and Brandon Lee Fine Art Print

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Incredible candid image of martial arts legend Bruce Lee teaching infant son Brandon Lee how to kick.

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1960s Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Love's Core
Love's Core

Masayuki NagareLove's Core, 1999

Unavailable

H 35.38 in W 27.5 in D 13.88 in

Love's Core

By Masayuki Nagare

Located in New York, NY

Born in Japan to an academic family, his work reflects his early years studying Shintoism, Buddhism and martial arts, and his later apprenticeship to a master sword-smith in Kyoto.

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20th Century Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Granite

Fisherman & Seaspray
Fisherman & Seaspray

Masayuki NagareFisherman & Seaspray, 1993

Unavailable

H 42 in W 16 in D 15.25 in

Fisherman & Seaspray

By Masayuki Nagare

Located in New York, NY

Born in Japan to an academic family, his work reflects his early years studying Shintoism, Buddhism and martial arts, and his later apprenticeship to a master sword-smith in Kyoto.

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20th Century Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Granite

Bruce Lee Smiling with Weights Fine Art Print

Bruce Lee Smiling with Weights Fine Art Print

By Doris Nieh

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This black and white photo features Hong Kong and American actor, film director, martial artist, martial arts instructor, philosopher Bruce Lee.

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1970s Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, C Print, Archival Pigment

Enter The Dragon (1973)
Enter The Dragon (1973)

Enter The Dragon (1973)

Unavailable

H 13 in W 15 in D 1 in

Enter The Dragon (1973)

Located in London, GB

Enter The Dragon (1973) - FRAMED Photo Still (8 X 10 Inches) Original 1973 Art-still Great image of the US Half-Sheet poster w/ Victor Gadino poster art! The ultimate in Martial Ar...

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1970s Vintage Martial Arts

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Paper

Bruce Lee in White Tuxedo Fine Art Print

Bruce Lee in White Tuxedo Fine Art Print

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Bruce Lee was a Hong Kong and American actor, film director, martial artist, martial arts instructor, philosopher.

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1960s Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, C Print, Archival Pigment

Jailhouse Rock, Unframed Poster, 1957
Jailhouse Rock, Unframed Poster, 1957

Jailhouse Rock, Unframed Poster, 1957

Unavailable

H 22 in W 28 in D 0.1 in

Jailhouse Rock, Unframed Poster, 1957

Located in London, GB

A secret agent comes to an opium lord's island fortress with other fighters for a martial-arts tournament. Year: 1973 Nationality: US Half Sheets Condition: Unfolded Size: 22 X...

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20th Century Vintage Martial Arts

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Paper

Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1973
Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1973

Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1973

Unavailable

H 28 in W 22 in D 0.1 in

Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1973

Located in London, GB

A secret agent comes to an opium lord's island fortress with other fighters for a martial-arts tournament. Year: 1973 Nationality: US Half Sheets Condition: Linen-Backed Size: ...

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20th Century Vintage Martial Arts

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Paper

Enter The Dragon (1973)
Enter The Dragon (1973)

Enter The Dragon (1973)

Unavailable

H 41 in W 27 in D 0.1 in

Enter The Dragon (1973)

Located in London, GB

One of the most spectacular martial arts movies ever made, this Hong Kong action epic stars Bruce Lee in one of his greatest roles.

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1970s Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Bruce Lee Working Out Fine Art Print

Bruce Lee Working Out Fine Art Print

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Bruce Lee was a Hong Kong and American actor, film director, martial artist, martial arts instructor, philosopher, and founder of the martial art Jeet Kune Do, one of the wushu or ku...

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1960s Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Archival Pigment, Archival Ink, Archival Paper

"The Karate Kid" 1984 Poster
"The Karate Kid" 1984 Poster

"The Karate Kid" 1984 Poster

Unavailable

H 22 in W 28 in D 0.1 in

"The Karate Kid" 1984 Poster

Located in London, GB

Miyagi (Noriyuki "Pat" Morita), an unassuming repairman who just happens to be a martial arts master himself. Miyagi takes Daniel under his wing, training him in a more compassionate...

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1980s American Vintage Martial Arts

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Paper

"Enter the Dragon", Film Poster, 1973
"Enter the Dragon", Film Poster, 1973

"Enter the Dragon", Film Poster, 1973

Unavailable

H 30 in W 40 in D 0.1 in

"Enter the Dragon", Film Poster, 1973

Located in London, GB

This quad poster represents an extremely scarce and collectable example of original movie memorabilia & a fitting tribute to the martial arts legend BRUCE LEE. Linen backing + £175

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1970s British Vintage Martial Arts

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Paper

The Way Of The Dragon (1972)
The Way Of The Dragon (1972)

The Way Of The Dragon (1972)

Unavailable

H 30 in W 40 in D 0.1 in

The Way Of The Dragon (1972)

Located in London, GB

Whilst in Hong Kong filming "The Game of Death", Lee suffered a seizure and died, fuelling the rumour that certain martial arts experts had had him poisoned for divulging the centuri...

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1970s Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Big Trouble in Little China '1986' Poster
Big Trouble in Little China '1986' Poster

Big Trouble in Little China '1986' Poster

Unavailable

H 30 in W 40 in D 0.1 in

Big Trouble in Little China '1986' Poster

Located in London, GB

Big Trouble in Little China, the 1986 John Carpenter Chinatown martial-arts kung fu fantasy action adventure comedy starring Kurt Russell.

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1980s British Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Movie Poster Man With The Golden Gun James Bond 007 McGinnis
Original Vintage Movie Poster Man With The Golden Gun James Bond 007 McGinnis

Original Vintage Movie Poster Man With The Golden Gun James Bond 007 McGinnis

By Robert E. McGinnis

Located in London, GB

Dynamic artwork by the American artist Robert E McGinnis showing scenes and characters from the film including Nick Nack (played by Herve Villechaize) in front of traditional Asian j...

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1970s Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1979r
Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1979r

Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1979r

Unavailable

H 41 in W 27 in D 0.1 in

Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1979r

Located in London, GB

Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1979r A secret agent comes to an opium lord's island fortress with other fighters for a martial-arts tournament. Year: 1979 Nationality: Uni...

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20th Century American Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1997R
Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1997R

Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1997R

Unavailable

H 41 in W 29 in D 0.1 in

Enter The Dragon, Unframed Poster, 1997R

Located in London, GB

A secret agent comes to an opium lord's island fortress with other fighters for a martial-arts tournament. Year: 1997 Re-release Nationality: Japanese Condition: Unfolded Type:...

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20th Century Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Game of Death, Unframed Poster, 1987
Game of Death, Unframed Poster, 1987

Game of Death, Unframed Poster, 1987

Unavailable

H 41 in W 27 in D 0.1 in

Game of Death, Unframed Poster, 1987

Located in London, GB

The Game of Death is an incomplete Hong Kong martial arts film, filmed between August and October 1972, directed, written, produced by and starring Bruce Lee, in his final film attem...

Category

20th Century American Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Bruce Lee 'Enter The Dragon' – ‘Dragon Fist’ Limited Edition, Colour - Pop Art
Bruce Lee 'Enter The Dragon' – ‘Dragon Fist’ Limited Edition, Colour - Pop Art

Bruce Lee 'Enter The Dragon' – ‘Dragon Fist’ Limited Edition, Colour - Pop Art

By Bruce Lee

Located in Cambridge, GB

A Bruce Lee 'Enter the Dragon' Signature Edition – Dragon Fist Limited Edition (2 of 10) A rare and dynamic fine art print of the martial arts legend, Bruce Lee, from Enter the Drag...

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Archival Paper

Bruce Lee 'Enter The Dragon' – ‘Warrior Without Fear’ Limited Edition - Pop Art
Bruce Lee 'Enter The Dragon' – ‘Warrior Without Fear’ Limited Edition - Pop Art

Bruce Lee 'Enter The Dragon' – ‘Warrior Without Fear’ Limited Edition - Pop Art

By Bruce Lee

Located in Cambridge, GB

A Bruce Lee 'Enter the Dragon' Signature Edition – Warrior without Fear Limited Edition (2 of 10) A beautiful fine art print of the martial arts icon, Bruce Lee, from Enter the Drag...

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Archival Paper

Bruce Lee Jun Fan Gung Fu Limited Signature Edition - Leopard Fist.
Bruce Lee Jun Fan Gung Fu Limited Signature Edition - Leopard Fist.

Bruce Lee Jun Fan Gung Fu Limited Signature Edition - Leopard Fist.

By Bruce Lee

Located in Cambridge, GB

A rare and evocative fine art print of martial arts legend, Bruce Lee, demonstrating 'Leopard Fist' with his most senior student.

Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Photographic Paper

Bruce Lee Jun Fan Gung Fu Limited Signature Edition - Pak Sai With Juk Tek.
Bruce Lee Jun Fan Gung Fu Limited Signature Edition - Pak Sai With Juk Tek.

Bruce Lee Jun Fan Gung Fu Limited Signature Edition - Pak Sai With Juk Tek.

By Bruce Lee

Located in Cambridge, GB

A rare and evocative fine art print of martial arts legend, Bruce Lee, demonstrating Pak Sai with Juk Tek with his most senior student.

Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Photographic Paper

A Framed Original British Quad Bruce Lee "The Big Boss" Movie Poster, c.1971
A Framed Original British Quad Bruce Lee "The Big Boss" Movie Poster, c.1971

A Framed Original British Quad Bruce Lee "The Big Boss" Movie Poster, c.1971

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A framed British Quad advertising poster of "Tan Shan Da Xiong / The Big Boss" (1971). This Hong Kong martial arts film stars Bruce Lee in his first major role.

Category

20th Century British Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paint, Paper

A Framed Original British Quad Bruce Lee "The Way Of The Dragon" Poster, c.1973
A Framed Original British Quad Bruce Lee "The Way Of The Dragon" Poster, c.1973

A Framed Original British Quad Bruce Lee "The Way Of The Dragon" Poster, c.1973

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A framed British Quad advertising poster of "The Way of the Dragon" (1973). This Hong Kong martial arts comedy was written, co-produced and directed by Bruce Lee.

Category

20th Century British Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paint, Paper

Nude original Lithograph EA by Alain Bonnefoit
Nude original Lithograph EA by Alain Bonnefoit

Nude original Lithograph EA by Alain Bonnefoit

By Alain Bonnefoit

Located in Pasadena, CA

“One should always avoid blocked, stunted, inhibited, breathless gestures,” Bonnefoit says. “As in martial arts, the quality of breathing is essential for achievement.”

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Lithograph

James Bond 'The Man with the Golden Gun' Original Movie Poster, Japanese, 1974
James Bond 'The Man with the Golden Gun' Original Movie Poster, Japanese, 1974

James Bond 'The Man with the Golden Gun' Original Movie Poster, Japanese, 1974

By Robert E. McGinnis

Located in Devon, GB

Several kung fu scenes and a predominantly Asian location capitalised on the current craze for martial arts movies. The Japanese B2 utilised the same Robert McGinnis artwork as the B...

Category

1970s Japanese Post-Modern Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

James Bond 'The Man With The Golden Gun' Original Movie Poster, Australian, 1974
James Bond 'The Man With The Golden Gun' Original Movie Poster, Australian, 1974

James Bond 'The Man With The Golden Gun' Original Movie Poster, Australian, 1974

Located in Devon, GB

Several kung fu scenes and a predominantly Asian location capitalized on the current craze for martial arts movies. The Australian Daybill utilized the same Robert McGinnis artwork a...

Category

1970s Australian Space Age Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

The Spirit of Musashi
The Spirit of Musashi

The Spirit of Musashi

Located in Houston, TX

Schooled in Zen and the martial arts, he has lived and worked by the warrior’s code of discipline and duty.

Category

1980s Other Art Style Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Lithograph

Lithography by Hisashi Otsuka
Lithography by Hisashi Otsuka

Lithography by Hisashi Otsuka

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H 39 in W 32 in D 1 in

Lithography by Hisashi Otsuka

Located in Houston, TX

Schooled in Zen and the martial arts, he has lived and worked by the warrior’s code of discipline and duty.

Category

1980s Japanese Other Vintage Martial Arts

Original Vintage Bruce Lee Film Poster Son Of The Dragon Kato The Green Hornet
Original Vintage Bruce Lee Film Poster Son Of The Dragon Kato The Green Hornet

Original Vintage Bruce Lee Film Poster Son Of The Dragon Kato The Green Hornet

Located in London, GB

Original vintage movie poster for the popular cult martial arts film Son of the Dragon Kato in the Green Hornet starring Bruce Lee (Lee Jun-fan; 1940-1973) and Van Williams (Van Zand...

Category

1970s American Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Film Poster Bruce Lee Son Of The Dragon Kato Green Hornet Movie
Original Vintage Film Poster Bruce Lee Son Of The Dragon Kato Green Hornet Movie

Original Vintage Film Poster Bruce Lee Son Of The Dragon Kato Green Hornet Movie

Located in London, GB

Original vintage movie poster for the popular cult martial arts film Son of the Dragon Kato in the Green Hornet starring Bruce Lee (Lee Jun-fan; 1940-1973) and Van Williams (Van Zand...

Category

1970s American Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Movie Poster Man With The Golden Gun James Bond 007 McGinnis
Original Vintage Movie Poster Man With The Golden Gun James Bond 007 McGinnis

Original Vintage Movie Poster Man With The Golden Gun James Bond 007 McGinnis

By Robert E. McGinnis

Located in London, GB

Dynamic artwork by the American artist Robert E McGinnis showing scenes and characters from the film including Nick Nack (played by Herve Villechaize) in front of traditional Asian j...

Category

1970s American Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Early Contemporary Hand made hand glazed Yin Yang Master Work 1960s
Early Contemporary Hand made hand glazed Yin Yang Master Work 1960s

Early Contemporary Hand made hand glazed Yin Yang Master Work 1960s

Located in South Burlington, VT

This duality lies at the origins of many branches of classical Chinese science and philosophy, as well as being a primary guideline of traditional Chinese medicine, [1] and a central...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

THE DANCE OF THE TWELVE KIMONOS

THE DANCE OF THE TWELVE KIMONOS

Located in Aventura, FL

Schooled in Zen and the martial arts, he has lived and worked by the warrior’s code of discipline and duty.

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

THE DANCE OF THE TWELVE KIMONOS

THE DANCE OF THE TWELVE KIMONOS

Located in Aventura, FL

Schooled in Zen and the martial arts, he has lived and worked by the warrior’s code of discipline and duty.

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

THE DANCE OF THE TWELVE KIMONOS

THE DANCE OF THE TWELVE KIMONOS

Located in Aventura, FL

Schooled in Zen and the martial arts, he has lived and worked by the warrior’s code of discipline and duty.

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

Fist of Fury

Fist of Fury

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H 28 in W 20 in D 0.1 in

Fist of Fury

Located in London, GB

Original Japanese Movie poster for Bruce Lee's 1972 Martial Arts action film.

Category

1970s Japanese Vintage Martial Arts

1973 Enter the Dragon (Japanese) Original Vintage Poster
1973 Enter the Dragon (Japanese) Original Vintage Poster

1973 Enter the Dragon (Japanese) Original Vintage Poster

By Bob Peak

Located in Winchester, GB

Widely considered one of, if not the greatest martial arts films of all time. Enter the Dragon is a 1973 martial arts film produced by and starring Bruce Lee.

Category

1970s Japanese Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Enter the Dragon
Enter the Dragon

Enter the Dragon

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H 30 in W 20 in D 0.1 in

Enter the Dragon

Located in London, GB

Original Hong Kong film poster for Bruce Lee legendary 1973 martial arts film starring Bruce Lee, John Saxon, Jim Kelly and directed by Robert Clouse.

Category

1970s Hong Kong Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper

Enter the Dragon 1973 US 1 Sheet Film Movie Poster, Bob Peak
Enter the Dragon 1973 US 1 Sheet Film Movie Poster, Bob Peak

Enter the Dragon 1973 US 1 Sheet Film Movie Poster, Bob Peak

By Bob Peak

Located in Bath, Somerset

Fantastic design by Bob Peak features on this original US 1 Sheet film poster for seminal Bruce Lee martial arts flick Enter the Dragon. This original vintage movie poster has bee...

Category

20th Century American Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Linen, Paper

"Lions Temple Gardians" End of 19th Early 20th Century Rattanakosin Thailand
"Lions Temple Gardians" End of 19th Early 20th Century Rattanakosin Thailand

"Lions Temple Gardians" End of 19th Early 20th Century Rattanakosin Thailand

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

According to the legend, when Siddharta, the future Buddha (before his awakening), was taught martial arts, also known as the skills of lions, he learned various offensive and defens...

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20th Century Thai Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Bronze

Original Bruce Lee, Enter the Dragon Vinyl Record
Original Bruce Lee, Enter the Dragon Vinyl Record

Original Bruce Lee, Enter the Dragon Vinyl Record

By Lalo Schifrin

Located in Brooklyn, NY

.," the remaining eight selections primarily consists of mood-enhancing sounds to accompany rather than react to the action taking place on screen (source: All Music) Related cate...

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1970s Vintage Martial Arts

Japanese Kagura Dance Mask of Sarutahiko by Kiyomi Yokota, Late 20th Century
Japanese Kagura Dance Mask of Sarutahiko by Kiyomi Yokota, Late 20th Century

Japanese Kagura Dance Mask of Sarutahiko by Kiyomi Yokota, Late 20th Century

Located in Austin, TX

The mask depicts the Japanese Shinto deity Sarutahiko Okami, the Shinto deity of martial arts, and leader of the earthly kami (spirits).

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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Goat Hair, Wood, Lacquer

Abandoned Building, Mid Century Sepia Ghost Town Landscape
Abandoned Building, Mid Century Sepia Ghost Town Landscape

Abandoned Building, Mid Century Sepia Ghost Town Landscape

Located in Soquel, CA

As an illustrator, in 1978 he collaborated with Bruce Lee on the first volume of his Fighting Method martial arts books. He died on May 28, 1982 and was buried in Culver City, Califo...

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Mid-20th Century Romantic Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Oil, Masonite

Mid Century Ghost Town, Sepia Landscape
Mid Century Ghost Town, Sepia Landscape

Mid Century Ghost Town, Sepia Landscape

Located in Soquel, CA

As an illustrator, in 1978 he collaborated with Bruce Lee on the first volume of his Fighting Method martial arts books. He died on May 28, 1982 and was buried in Culver City, Califo...

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Mid-20th Century Romantic Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Oil, Masonite

Chinese Famille Rose Fish Bowl with One Hundred Cranes
Chinese Famille Rose Fish Bowl with One Hundred Cranes

Chinese Famille Rose Fish Bowl with One Hundred Cranes

Located in Chicago, IL

Surrounded by guards, attendants and guests, the pair looks on as a group of entertainers perform a display of martial arts and swordsmanship. On the opposite side is a regal battle ...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Porcelain

"Double Kiss" - Signed Lithograph
"Double Kiss" - Signed Lithograph

"Double Kiss" - Signed Lithograph

Located in Soquel, CA

Schooled in Zen and the martial arts, he has lived and worked by the warrior’s code of discipline and duty.

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1980s Art Deco Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper, Ink, Lithograph

Woman in Blue Kimono - Signed Lithograph
Woman in Blue Kimono - Signed Lithograph

Woman in Blue Kimono - Signed Lithograph

Located in Soquel, CA

Schooled in Zen and the martial arts, he has lived and worked by the warrior’s code of discipline and duty.

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1990s Art Deco Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper, Ink, Lithograph

THE DANCE OF THE TWELVE KIMONOS

THE DANCE OF THE TWELVE KIMONOS

Located in Aventura, FL

Schooled in Zen and the martial arts, he has lived and worked by the warrior’s code of discipline and duty.

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

THE WARRIOR

THE WARRIOR

Located in Aventura, FL

Schooled in Zen and the martial arts, he has lived and worked by the warrior’s code of discipline and duty.

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

THE DANCE OF THE TWELVE KIMONOS

THE DANCE OF THE TWELVE KIMONOS

Located in Aventura, FL

Schooled in Zen and the martial arts, he has lived and worked by the warrior’s code of discipline and duty.

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

THE DANCE OF THE TWELVE KIMONOS

THE DANCE OF THE TWELVE KIMONOS

Located in Aventura, FL

Schooled in Zen and the martial arts, he has lived and worked by the warrior’s code of discipline and duty.

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

THE WARRIOR

THE WARRIOR

Located in Aventura, FL

Schooled in Zen and the martial arts, he has lived and worked by the warrior’s code of discipline and duty.

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Martial Arts

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

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There is a broad range of vintage martial arts for sale on 1stDibs. There are many contemporary, Impressionist and Expressionist versions of these works for sale. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. You can search the vintage martial arts that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of beige, gray, brown and gold. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Antonio Gonzalez Collado, Arman, Roland Ayers, Bruce Lee and Michel De Gallard produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paper, paint and lithograph.

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Vintage martial arts can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $1,161, while the lowest priced sells for $100 and the highest can go for as much as $115,000.
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