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Set of Two Studies in the Bauhaus Style Typography, Gouache from 1920s
Located in Vienna, Austria
Two decorative studies in typography, painted in gouache on paper with influences from the Bauhaus
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1920s Czech Bauhaus Antique Typography

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Paper

Set of 13 Typography Alphabet Lithographs made by N. Glaise edited by Thézard
By Émile Thézard & Fills
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Nice set of 13 alphabet prints. These prints are part of a large collection of fonts that were used to design lettering on facades, windows and billboards. You can also see this by t...
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Typography

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Paper

Airplane Automobile Art Deco c. 1920 Advertising Original Gouache 21×28
By Gustav A. Nilson
Located in Greenport, NY
. It features excellent hand-lettered typography in German. This design was transferred by hand to a
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Typography

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Paint

Original travel poster One Two Three and then we're off ! by Orient Line
Located in PARIS, FR
, Hammond captures the essence of travel adventure in this captivating artwork. The poster's bold typography
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1920s Antique Typography

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Paper, Lithograph

1895 original poster by Jules Chéret - Palais de Glace on the Champs-Élysées
By Jules Chéret
Located in PARIS, FR
dynamic typography, the poster invites viewers to experience the excitement and elegance of this iconic
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1890s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1883 original travel poster promoting the Rueil Casino day and night festivities
Located in PARIS, FR
vibrant colors and elegant typography, the poster exudes a sense of sophistication and allure, reflecting
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1880s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Wendingen, Issue 8/9, Cover by R.N. Roland Holst, 1923
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. Roland Holst. Typography H.Th.Wijdeveld. In good vintage condition, with minor wear consistent with
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1920s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Typography

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Paper

Antique Wendingen, Issue 8/9, Cover by R.N. Roland Holst, 1923
Wendingen, Issue 8/9, Cover by R.N. Roland Holst, 1923
No Reserve
H 12.8 in W 12.8 in D 0.4 in
Circa 1925 original poster by Rousseau for Fixine teinture ménagère pratique
Located in PARIS, FR
need in many households during the early 20th century.

With its bold colors, clear typography, and
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1920s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Circa 1890 Hardware Store Wood Trade Sign Carved Smaltz Black and Gold Paint
Located in Santa Monica, CA
background. Excellent typography. Great wall art. Simple and bold.
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Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Typography

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Wood

Pair of ART NOUVEAU advertising panels in the style of Alphonse Mucha
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in TEYJAT, FR
corners of the panels. To the top and sides of the panels there is hand applied typography with the words
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Typography

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Paper

Extra Large English Victorian Dome Top Steamer Travel Trunk. Monogrammed F.H.D.
Located in Leicester, GB
with leather patches. On the top of the antique 'suitcase,' there's beautiful handwritten typography
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Typography

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Leather, Wood

1907 original poster Esposizione delle Scuole d'Arte applicata alle industrie
Located in PARIS, FR
mastery of the style, incorporating flowing lines, botanical motifs, and elegant typography to create a
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Early 1900s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1894 original poster by Jules Chéret titled "Au quartier Latin Mi-Carême"
By Jules Chéret
Located in PARIS, FR
exhilarating. Through his skillful use of typography and design elements, Chéret conveys essential information
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

The Ivanoff Troupe of Russian Singers & Dancers The Palace Theatre of Varieties
Located in PARIS, FR
vivid colors, elaborate typography, and intricate illustrations, the poster would have undoubtedly stood
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Early 1900s Antique Typography

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Lithograph, Paper, Linen

Original travel poster titled Luchon la reine de Pyrénées - Fêtes des fleurs
Located in PARIS, FR
destinations like Luchon. The vibrant colors, intricate design elements, and elegant typography evoke a sense
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Early 1900s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1927 original poster for the Exposition Internationale Montpellier - PLM railway
Located in PARIS, FR
reach the exposition.

With its meticulous attention to detail, vibrant colors, and elegant typography
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1920s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1917 Original advertising poster for "Les On Dit" satirical newspaper - WWI
Located in PARIS, FR
passersby, urging them to engage with the publication. Through its bold typography and striking visuals, it
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1910s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Original poster by Delval for Fap'anis alcohol celui des Connaisseurs
By Delval
Located in PARIS, FR
beverage of choice for those with refined taste. The imagery and typography evoke a sense of luxury and
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1920s Antique Typography

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Lithograph, Paper, Linen

The Letter, Female Portrait, 20th Century German Artist, Signed and dated 1928
Located in London, GB
known for his paintings, illustrations, posters and typography. From 1891 until 1894 Cissarz studied at
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1920s Modern Antique Typography

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Canvas, Oil

Mucha, Job, Original Art Nouveau Belle Epoque Poster, Gold, Cigarette Paper 1896
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
lines. The typography is cleverly integrated, forming a circle around the woman's head with the word
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Typography

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Paper

1917 original exhibition poster by M. Leroy La Guerre et les Humoristes
Located in PARIS, FR
, employing bold typography and striking imagery to capture the attention of passersby. The central
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1910s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1918 original poster for 4th national loan for the Banque Industrielle de Chine
Located in PARIS, FR
poster, likely employed bold colors, impactful typography, and compelling visuals to capture the
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1910s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Original poster for the Services de la Méditerranée by the Cie Intle Wagons-Lits
Located in PARIS, FR
emphasis on ornate decoration, vibrant colors, and intricate typography. The poster features a captivating
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1890s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1884 Original poster Esposizione Generale Italiana in Torino
Located in PARIS, FR
features a vibrant composition that draws viewers in with its dynamic imagery and bold typography. At the
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1880s Antique Typography

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Lithograph, Linen, Paper

1898 poster Mucha Gismondo - Les Maîtres de l'affiche Pl.27
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
signature style, characterized by organic forms and intricate details. Typography is elegantly incorporated
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Typography

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Paper, Lithograph

Constant Duval's 1924 travel poster for the Château de Saumur - Railway
Located in PARIS, FR
idyllic atmosphere, inviting viewers to step into a bygone era. The carefully chosen typography, with its
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1920s Antique Typography

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Lithograph, Paper, Linen

Jules Chéret's original poster for the 1894 "Palais de Glace Champs Élysées"
By Jules Chéret
Located in PARIS, FR
Chéret's characteristic style, with its innovative use of typography and decorative motifs. It also
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Original Vintage Leonetto Cappiello Poster c1915 for Le Nil - Elephant Tobacco
By Leonetto Cappiello
Located in Boca Raton, FL
color background. The typography is often minimized to be as direct and short as possible. This
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1910s Antique Typography

Materials

Lithograph

Plinio Colombi 1920 original poster Bernisches Kantonal Schützenfest Interlaken
By Plinio Colombi
Located in PARIS, FR
participants and spectators alike to immerse themselves in the scenic beauty of the event location. Typography
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1920s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Roman Frontiers Engraved: Germania, Raetia, and Noricum, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
geographic content. The style of the map, including its coloration, typography, and the inclusion of Latin
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1880s Antique Typography

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Paper

New York Recorder Poster, Christmas Edition, Original Vintage Lithograph, 1893
Located in Langweer, NL
, which served as a significant revenue source for them. The rich illustrations and typography reflect the
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Late 19th Century Antique Typography

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Paper

"Neptune's Kingdom", Elaborate Art Deco Painting with Mermaids, Hippocampi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
artist is known for his designs and typography in the Art Nouveau/Jugenstil period, but he continued to
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Typography

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Paint

19th Century American General Store Apothecary Grain Paint Hand Stenciling
Located in Santa Monica, CA
typography. Old wooden drawer pulls. All the good herbs and homeopathic medicinals. Dove tailed case and
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1880s American Folk Art Antique Typography

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Wood

Regulations for Artillery Inventories, Turin 1848
Located in Torino, IT
, dedicated to Count Carlo Maffei di Boglio. F.lli Catellazzo typography. Turin, 1848 Origin: Turin
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19th Century Italian Antique Typography

Antique British Wooden Trunk “Clayton”
Located in High Point, NC
provides plenty of storage space. The modern typography of the brand name “Clayton” inscribed on one side
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Early 1900s British Antique Typography

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Metal

Antique British Wooden Trunk “Clayton”
Antique British Wooden Trunk “Clayton”
H 24.8 in W 34.3 in D 20.5 in
J. Kosbü Optik by Theodor Paul Etbauer, Modernist optometry lithograph c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
color palette, and Expressionist typography. Published by Coutinho & Meyer Gegr. This artwork is
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1920s Expressionist Antique Typography

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Lithograph

Original Vintage Rare Cappiello Poster Cognac Gautier Freres c1907
By Leonetto Cappiello
Located in Boca Raton, FL
color background. The typography is often minimized to be as direct and short as possible. This
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Early 1900s Antique Typography

Materials

Lithograph

Old 18th Century Composite Map of Key Caribbean Islands with Descriptive Texts
Located in Langweer, NL
century, as you can see by the style of the cartouches and the typography used in the descriptions. The
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1740s Antique Typography

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Paper

USSR Russische Ausstellung 1929 (Reprint 1980)
By El Lissitzky
Located in New York, NY
poster. Lissitzky techniques such as photo montage, and typography and other techniques that he used
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1920s Constructivist Antique Typography

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Offset

Original Steel Engraved Map of French Colonies in America, 1854
Located in Langweer, NL
content, the map likely possesses artistic value through its design, typography, and decorative elements
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Mid-19th Century Antique Typography

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Paper

Original Steel Engraved Map of French Colonies in America, 1854
Original Steel Engraved Map of French Colonies in America, 1854
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H 13.12 in W 18.71 in D 0.02 in
Bois Frissonnants, Ciel Etoile
Located in Fairlawn, OH
to typography and book design by Eugène Grasset and became particularly interested in the revival of
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Typography

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Lithograph

Three-Tiered Wooden Spice Tower from Mid-19th Century England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
over its life. The charming typography harkens back to a bygone era. Three available. This piece
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19th Century English Antique Typography

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Wood

Chap Book
By Frank Hazenplug 1
Located in New York, NY
artist who made engravings, typography, and posters. He also illustrated books Hazenplug worked for
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1880s Art Nouveau Antique Typography

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Lithograph

1905 Original poster for the Chemins de fer de l'Ouest Brittany Normandy London
Located in PARIS, FR
as important as the destination. The aesthetics and typography reflect the early 20th-century's
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Early 1900s Antique Typography

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Lithograph, Linen, Paper

Four Engravings from 'Emblemi di Achille Bocchi" - Etching -1555
Located in Roma, IT
with large original margins and typography on the reverse. Laid paper, a watermark fragment visible on
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16th Century Old Masters Antique Typography

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Etching

Lelong's circa 1900 original advertising poster for "La Petite Gironde" Press
Located in PARIS, FR
typography and the claim that it has "Le plus fort tirage des journaux de province" (The highest circulation
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Early 1900s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Alphonse Mucha's 1898 chromolithograph for the Lefèvre Utile (LU)
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
atmosphere. The use of typography and lettering in the design adds a coherent visual dimension to the whole
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Typography

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Paper, Lithograph

16 piece miniature modernist furniture set, Netherlands 1920s
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in ECHT, NL
typography. Staff at the Bauhaus included prominent artists such as Paul Klee, Wassily Kandinsky, Gunta
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Early 20th Century Dutch Modern Antique Typography

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Wood, Paint

1901 original poster Société la Française Marque Diamant Paris-Brest-Paris Cycle
Located in PARIS, FR
diamond-shaped Diamant logo of the Société la Française. The bold typography and dynamic composition
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Early 1900s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Regnier, Bettanier, Morlon, French Color Lithographs With Period Gold Leaf Frame
Located in Prato, Tuscany
printing. The Frères Becquet firm, established in 1845, specialized in publishing, typography, and
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Typography

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Wood, Paper

Leonetto Cappiello's 1912 original advertising poster "Agua de Vilajuiga"
By Leonetto Cappiello
Located in PARIS, FR
20th century. Renowned for his innovative use of typography, vibrant colors, and bold design elements
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1910s Antique Typography

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Wendingen, Issue 11, Cover by El Lissitzky, 1921
By El Lissitzky
Located in Amsterdam, NL
devoted to Frank Lloyd Wright written by Dr H. P. Berlage, typography by H. Th. Wijdeveld, Amsterdam
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Typography

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Paper

Original Vintage Cognac Monnet Poster by Leonetto Cappiello Printed in 1927
By Leonetto Cappiello
Located in Boca Raton, FL
against a simple color background. The typography is often minimalized to be as direct and short as
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1920s Antique Typography

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Lithograph

Original Antique Russian Civil War Poster For The Red Army There Are No Barriers
Located in London, GB
-1922. Lithograph printed at the M. I. Levin Typography in Kharkov, Ukraine. Good condition, restored
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1910s Ukrainian Antique Typography

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Paper

19th Century French Art Nouveau Verre Églomisé Gilt Trade Shop Sign
Located in Lowestoft, GB
age French in origin. The sign has typical Art Nouveau organic flowing forms and typography
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Typography

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Glass, Hardwood

Oil by Luis Taberner Y Montalvo on Porcelain, 19th Century
By Luis Taberner y Montalvo
Located in Benalmadena, ES
delicious stew, above a beautiful Menu typography, all delimited in a central T-shaped frame, leaving the
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19th Century Antique Typography

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Porcelain

Oil by Luis Taberner Y Montalvo on Porcelain, 19th Century
Oil by Luis Taberner Y Montalvo on Porcelain, 19th Century
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H 10.24 in W 7.29 in D 0.4 in
1870s Louis Vuitton Rayee Hatbox Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
serving as a badge of its illustrious history. This label, with its intricate design and typography
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1870s Antique Typography

1870s Louis Vuitton Rayee Hatbox Trunk
1870s Louis Vuitton Rayee Hatbox Trunk
H 11.82 in W 13 in L 20.87 in
Bosch-Licht (Headlights) by Lucian Bernhard, Automobile design lithograph
Located in Chicago, IL
Lucian Bernhard was an award-winning graphic, interior, and typography designer and highly
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1890s Art Deco Antique Typography

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Lithograph

French Color Lithograph Poster, "Supreme Pernot" by Artist E. Gex, circa 1900
Located in Bridgeport, CT
style and typography. A seated young lady with flowers in her long red hair and in a red printed dress
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Typography

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Paper

Original Antique Poster for a Dinner Concert at the Savoy Bar Munchen / Munich
By Georges Rogier
Located in London, GB
bold white Art Deco style typography against a grey background below contrasting against the bright
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Early 1900s German Jugendstil Antique Typography

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Paper

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Antique Typography For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique typography you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each antique typography for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, wood and metal. Your living room may not be complete without an antique typography — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique typography, those designed in Art Nouveau, Art Deco and folk art styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique typography over the years, but those crafted by Edward Penfield, Andrew Johnson and Auguste Roubille are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Typography?

An antique typography can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,596, while the lowest priced sells for $140 and the highest can go for as much as $176,000.