What is a vintage poster?

A vintage poster is a collector’s item — it usually refers to a piece of poster art that is at least 20 years old. These posters may range from $500 to $2,000 per item and can even be more expensive depending on subject matter, artist and other attributes. Shop a wide collection of unique vintage posters on 1stDibs today.

How do I identify a vintage poster?

To identify a vintage poster, feel the texture. Authentic vintage posters will usually feel similar to a newspaper, while reprints of originals will usually be on glossy paper with a smooth surface. An experienced art dealer or certified appraiser can aid you in dating posters. Shop a range of posters from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a poster is vintage?

To tell if a poster is vintage, first consider the paper. Due to their age, most vintage posters will show at least minor signs of wear around the edges. A poster that appears brand new could be a reproduction. Also, familiarize yourself with the type of paper used for poster printing during the time when you believe your piece may have been produced. For example, you'd expect an original poster from the early 20th century to feel like newsprint, so a glossy finish on a piece would likely indicate that it's a later reprint. Next, grab a magnifying glass and examine the image. If you can see small dots or pixels, your poster was likely produced with printers that emerged during the late 1960s. Vintage posters from the 1970s, 80s and 90s may still be authentic originals if you observe pixelation, but you wouldn't expect to see it on a piece that purported to be older. If you still feel unsure about the age of your poster, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage posters.

Are vintage posters worth anything?

Whether vintage posters are worth anything depends on the piece in question. The age, number of pieces produced, the maker, the subject or theme of the poster and its condition all play a role in determining the value. Because rarity and current demand also influence price, you may wish to work with a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer to determine whether a particular poster is valuable. The former is a big factor, as collectors are said to gravitate toward purchasing a rare poster even if its condition is less than mint. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of posters from some of the world's top galleries.

What art style are vintage posters?

The art style of antique and vintage posters varies greatly. During the first decades of the 20th century, posters reflected the Art Nouveau style. After World War II, the mid-century modern style influenced designs, and by the 1960s, Op Art and Surrealism provided inspiration for posters. Shop a selection of posters from some of the world's top galleries 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.

Vintage Baseball Posters

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Set of 4 MLB Player Posters, 1978, United States of America

$806Sale Price|20% Off

H 33.86 in W 24.41 in D 0.4 in

Set of 4 MLB Player Posters, 1978, United States of America

Located in Praha, CZ

Set of 4 Major League Baseball Posters, made in 1978, printed in USA. Made of paper and plastic

Category

1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Baseball Posters

Materials

Plastic, Paper

Original Vintage Apple Think Different Poster Jackie Robinson Baseball 1998, 1998

$1,110

H 36 in W 24 in

Original Vintage Apple Think Different Poster Jackie Robinson Baseball 1998

Located in Boca Raton, FL

. 28 1997, followed by the print ads, billboards and posters. (Source -Inspiration Room). This poster

Category

1990s Vintage Baseball Posters

Materials

Lithograph

Dwight BairdDwight Baird 1989 'At the Twilights Last Gleaming' from the Baseball Collection, 1989

$240Sale Price|20% Off

H 13.75 in W 52.5 in D 0.1 in

Dwight Baird 1989 'At the Twilights Last Gleaming' from the Baseball Collection

By Dwight Baird

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Baseball (MLB). The poster features a vivid and colorful arrangement of players from every MLB team

Category

1980s Contemporary Vintage Baseball Posters

Materials

Offset

1982 Seiko Credor Vintage 18K Gold - Owned & Worn By Yankee Great Lefty Gomez

$3,495

H 1.5 in W 1.26 in

1982 Seiko Credor Vintage 18K Gold - Owned & Worn By Yankee Great Lefty Gomez

Located in Suwanee, GA

: Baseball, Espionage, & Assassination During the 1934 Tour of Japan. Items from the tour, including posters

Category

1980s American Vintage Baseball Posters

Materials

18k Gold

Earl NoremThe Cop who Raided Mexico, c. 1960

$3,920Sale Price|20% Off

H 24 in W 34 in D 1 in

The Cop who Raided Mexico

By Earl Norem

Located in Houston, TX

also illustrated covers for novels and gaming books, as well as movie posters, baseball programs, and

Category

1960s Other Art Style Vintage Baseball Posters

Materials

Mixed Media

Earl Norem Painting

$4,900

H 24 in W 32 in D 1 in

Earl Norem Painting

By Earl Norem

Located in Houston, TX

also illustrated covers for novels and gaming books, as well as movie posters, baseball programs, and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Baseball Posters

Materials

Paper

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Original Vintage Poster In Life As In Baseball Reach Home Safely NSC Road Safety

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H 23.43 in W 16.93 in D 0.04 in

Original Vintage Poster In Life As In Baseball Reach Home Safely NSC Road Safety

Located in London, GB

Original vintage road safety poster issued by the National Safety Council - In Life as in Baseball

Category

1940s American Vintage Baseball Posters

Materials

Paper

Ralph MosesOriginal Vintage Poster In Life As In Baseball Reach Home Safely NSC Road Safety, 1940s

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H 23.43 in W 16.93 in

Original Vintage Poster In Life As In Baseball Reach Home Safely NSC Road Safety

Located in London, GB

Original vintage road safety poster issued by the National Safety Council - In Life as in Baseball

Category

1940s Vintage Baseball Posters

Materials

Paper

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$2,400

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Must de Cartier Tank Blue Mystery Dial. Vermeil ARGENT 925 Small Windup Watch

By Cartier

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). RARE Blue Mystery Dial. Manual Windup Movement New Gucci Leather Band. Condition: Ha...

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1980s Vintage Baseball Posters

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

$5,295

Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1960 Cartier Mid Size Wrist Watch, 30 M.M. X 6 M.M thick 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, Cartier Inc. 17 jewel mechanical, Manual wind movement. Silver Satin Dial with raised Gol...

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1960s French Vintage Baseball Posters

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Stepped Case Mechanical 18k Gold Plate Wrist watch

$3,750

Dm 1.11 in

Cartier Vintage Stepped Case Mechanical 18k Gold Plate Wrist watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1970s Cartier Mid size Triple Stepped case Wrist Watch, 28 x 28 M.M. 18k Gold Electroplate 2 piece case, original and Excellent, Mint condition Chocolate brown dial with Gold R...

Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Baseball Posters

Materials

Gold Plate

$3,750

Men's Oris Stainless Steel Swiss Automatic Chronograph Exhibition Wrist Watch

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Enjoy the impressive chronograph dial of this Men's Oris 690 Stainless Steel Artelier Worldtimer Swiss 38mm Automatic Chronograph Wrist Watch. With exhibition case back, you can vie...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Vintage Baseball Posters

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

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Vintage Baseball Posters For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage baseball posters is available on 1stDibs. 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. If you’re looking to add vintage baseball posters that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of black, brown, gray, beige and more. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Harold von Schmidt, Dwight Baird, Earl Norem and Bernie Fuchs are consistently popular. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, canvas and fabric.