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Vintage "South Coast Village" Poster by Peter Max
Vintage "South Coast Village" Poster by Peter Max

Vintage "South Coast Village" Poster by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage "South coast village, Santa Ana, California" poster by Peter Max, circa 1973. The poster announces the grand opening of the shopping center in August '73 and is quite rare.

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Mid-20th Century American Expressionist Vintage California Posters

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Paper

Southern California c1950s Santa Fe Railway Travel Poster
Southern California c1950s Santa Fe Railway Travel Poster

Southern California c1950s Santa Fe Railway Travel Poster

Located in Bath, Somerset

Capture the carefree glamour of mid-century American travel with this striking c.1950s Southern California Santa Fe Railway travel poster. Radiating sunshine, style, and a distinctly...

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20th Century American Vintage California Posters

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Paper

AMERICAN AIRLINES - CALIFORNIA TEXAS Original Vintage Airline Travel Poster
AMERICAN AIRLINES - CALIFORNIA TEXAS Original Vintage Airline Travel Poster

AMERICAN AIRLINES - CALIFORNIA TEXAS Original Vintage Airline Travel Poster

By Edward McKnight Kauffer

Located in Chicago, IL

AMERICAN AIRLINES - CALIFORNIA ARIZONA TEXAS NEW MEXICO Rare authentic original vintage airline travel poster Artist: E.

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1940s Vintage California Posters

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Paper

UNITED AIR LINES - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Original Vintage Airline Travel Poster
UNITED AIR LINES - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Original Vintage Airline Travel Poster

UNITED AIR LINES - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Original Vintage Airline Travel Poster

By Joseph Binder

Located in Chicago, IL

UNITED AIR LINES - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Authentic original vintage midcentury airline travel poster Artist: Joseph Binder Condition: B+ Dimensions: 24.8 x 40.3 in. / 63 x 102.4 cm.

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1950s Vintage California Posters

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Paper

Christo and Jeanne-Claude: Running Fence California (Exhibition Poster)
Christo and Jeanne-Claude: Running Fence California (Exhibition Poster)

Christo and Jeanne-Claude: Running Fence California (Exhibition Poster)

By Christo and Jeanne-Claude

Located in New York, NY

Original Exhibition Poster by Christo and Jeanne-Claude. Running Fence: 5.5 meters (18 feet) high, 39.4 kilometers (24.5 miles) long, extending east-west near Freeway 101, north of S...

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1970s Danish Modern Vintage California Posters

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Aluminum

UNITED AIR LINES - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Original Vintage Airline Poster GALLI
UNITED AIR LINES - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Original Vintage Airline Poster GALLI

UNITED AIR LINES - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Original Vintage Airline Poster GALLI

By Stan Galli

Located in Chicago, IL

UNITED AIR LINES - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Authentic original vintage midcentury airline travel poster Artist: Stan Galli Condition: B Dimensions: 25 x 40 in. / 63.5 x 101.6 cm.

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1950s Vintage California Posters

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Paper

SANTA FE RAILROAD - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Original Vintage Rail Travel Poster
SANTA FE RAILROAD - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Original Vintage Rail Travel Poster

SANTA FE RAILROAD - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Original Vintage Rail Travel Poster

Located in Chicago, IL

SANTA FE RAILROAD - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Authentic original vintage railroad travel poster Artist: Anonymous Condition: A- Dimensions: 18 x 24 in. / 45.7 x 61 cm.

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1950s Vintage California Posters

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Paper

Nirvana Original Concert Poster for the Oakland Coliseum, California, 1993
Nirvana Original Concert Poster for the Oakland Coliseum, California, 1993

Nirvana Original Concert Poster for the Oakland Coliseum, California, 1993

Located in Devon, GB

A scarce small format concert poster for a New Year's Eve performance by Nirvana with support from the Butthole Surfers and Chokebore at the Oakland Coliseum, California, on 31 Decem...

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1990s American Post-Modern Vintage California Posters

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Paper

THE VISTA-DOME - CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR Original Vintage Railroad Travel Rail Poster
THE VISTA-DOME - CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR Original Vintage Railroad Travel Rail Poster

THE VISTA-DOME - CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR Original Vintage Railroad Travel Rail Poster

Located in Chicago, IL

THE VISTA-DOME - CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR - WESTERN PACIFIC RAILROAD SAN FRANCISCO-OAKLAND-TO CHICAGO Authentic original vintage railroad travel poster Artist: Anonymous Condition: A Dimen...

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1950s Vintage California Posters

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Paper

1978 Original Exhibition Framed Poster R.C. Gorman Muirhead Galleries California
1978 Original Exhibition Framed Poster R.C. Gorman Muirhead Galleries California

1978 Original Exhibition Framed Poster R.C. Gorman Muirhead Galleries California

By R.C. Gorman

Located in San Diego, CA

Nicely framed original poster, exhibition poster by RC Gorman from 1978, in glass and aluminum frame South Costa Mesa , California nice colors some light spots as shown .

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20th Century American American Classical Vintage California Posters

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Aluminum

Original Vintage Advertising Travel Poster California Port Wine Land Of America
Original Vintage Advertising Travel Poster California Port Wine Land Of America

Original Vintage Advertising Travel Poster California Port Wine Land Of America

Located in London, GB

Original vintage drink advertising travel poster - California Port Wine Land Of America - featuring colourful artwork by Amado Gonzalez (1913-2007) depicting a bottle and two wine gl...

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1960s American Vintage California Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Drink Advertising Travel Poster California Wine Land Of America
Original Vintage Drink Advertising Travel Poster California Wine Land Of America

Original Vintage Drink Advertising Travel Poster California Wine Land Of America

Located in London, GB

Original vintage drink advertising travel poster - California Wine Land of America - featuring colourful artwork by Amado Gonzalez (1913-2007) depicting a bottle of red wine with a g...

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1960s American Vintage California Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Drink Advertising Poster California Rose Wine Land Of America
Original Vintage Drink Advertising Poster California Rose Wine Land Of America

Original Vintage Drink Advertising Poster California Rose Wine Land Of America

Located in London, GB

Original vintage drink advertising travel poster - Rose Wine California Land of America - featuring colourful artwork by Amado Gonzalez (1913-2007) depicting a bottle and two glasses...

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1960s American Vintage California Posters

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Paper

TWA Hollywood c1960s Travel Poster, David Klein
TWA Hollywood c1960s Travel Poster, David Klein

TWA Hollywood c1960s Travel Poster, David Klein

Located in Bath, Somerset

Hollywood was a perfect subject for the airline age, combining travel, entertainment, celebrity and the glamour of California. The result is a poster that feels both promotional and ...

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20th Century American Vintage California Posters

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Linen, Paper

Original San Diego (Home Federal) 1974 vintage poster
Original San Diego (Home Federal) 1974 vintage poster

Original San Diego (Home Federal) 1974 vintage poster

Located in Spokane, WA

Original travel poster: San Diego (Home Federal), artist: Robert Kinyon, 24.25" x 38", 1974; original Southern California poster.

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1970s American Modern Vintage California Posters

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Offset

1969 Joan Miro - Pasadena Art Museum Original Vintage Poster
1969 Joan Miro - Pasadena Art Museum Original Vintage Poster

1969 Joan Miro - Pasadena Art Museum Original Vintage Poster

By Joan Miró

Located in Winchester, GB

Featuring trademark artwork from the Spanish great, this beautiful poster was created in 1969 for an exhibition of Joan Miro's work at the Pasadena Art Museum in California, USA.

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1960s American Vintage California Posters

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Paper

1967 Hopetown International Moto Cross Poster by Earl Newman
1967 Hopetown International Moto Cross Poster by Earl Newman

1967 Hopetown International Moto Cross Poster by Earl Newman

By Earl Newman

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A vintage 1967 Dirt Diggers Hopetown motorcycle Grand Prix and International Moto Cross poster by California artist Earl Newman. Signed in the plate this was one of the earliest uses...

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

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Paper

LOS ANGELES FLY TWA Authentic Original Vintage Airline Travel Poster DAVID KLEIN
LOS ANGELES FLY TWA Authentic Original Vintage Airline Travel Poster DAVID KLEIN

LOS ANGELES FLY TWA Authentic Original Vintage Airline Travel Poster DAVID KLEIN

By David Klein

Located in Chicago, IL

This sun-drenched poster burst with California warmth and features the bell tower of a Spanish mission rising in the foreground, white birds scattering through the arches, and a blaz...

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1960s Vintage California Posters

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Paper

Original Concert Poster, American, Psychedelic Art, Berkeley Free Press, C.1970
Original Concert Poster, American, Psychedelic Art, Berkeley Free Press, C.1970

Original Concert Poster, American, Psychedelic Art, Berkeley Free Press, C.1970

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

A striking example of counterculture psychedelic art, capturing the creative energy of late 1960s California. Evocative counterculture concert poster, steeped in the psychedelic aes...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage California Posters

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Glass, Paper

1967 Jimi Hendrix Experience & Country Joe and the Fish - Santa Barbara Poster
1967 Jimi Hendrix Experience & Country Joe and the Fish - Santa Barbara Poster

1967 Jimi Hendrix Experience & Country Joe and the Fish - Santa Barbara Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

The psychedelic design is typical of the Californian rock concert posters of the era that have now become iconic in their own right.

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1960s American Vintage California Posters

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Paper

Framed Marilyn Monroe Lithograph, 1976
Framed Marilyn Monroe Lithograph, 1976

Framed Marilyn Monroe Lithograph, 1976

Located in North Miami, FL

It was produced by Portal Publications in California and is Copyrighted. Poster in pretty good condition, no rips or tears.

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1970s American Vintage California Posters

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Paper, Acrylic, Wood

Mammoth Mountain California Vintage Ski Resort Poster (1967)

Mammoth Mountain California Vintage Ski Resort Poster (1967)

Located in London, GB

Mammoth, California Vintage Ski Poster, USA 1967 67 x 53 cm Printed by LooArt Press, Colorado Springs, Colorado Vintage travel poster for Mammoth, California ski resort.

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1960s Modern Vintage California Posters

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Lithograph

Original California Ferrari Louis Vuitton Parc de Bagatelle hand signed poster
Original California Ferrari Louis Vuitton Parc de Bagatelle hand signed poster

Original California Ferrari Louis Vuitton Parc de Bagatelle hand signed poster

By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)

Located in Spokane, WA

Original 1989 Louis Vuitton Automobile Classiques Poster –Hand Signed, Archival Linen-Backed. This poster was created for the Concours d’Elegance at Parc de Bagatelle.

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1980s American Modern Vintage California Posters

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Lithograph

1950 Original poster by David Klein - Fly TWA California - Yosemite Park
1950 Original poster by David Klein - Fly TWA California - Yosemite Park

1950 Original poster by David Klein - Fly TWA California - Yosemite Park

By David Klein

Located in PARIS, FR

TWA California Travel Poster (c. 1950s). Another beautiful image courtesy of TWA's favorite artist, David Klein, this poster takes the normal focus away from busy cityscapes to spot...

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1950s Vintage California Posters

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Paper, Lithograph

"Oriental Dream", Arthur Secunda, Beverly Hills, California, March, 1980
"Oriental Dream", Arthur Secunda, Beverly Hills, California, March, 1980

"Oriental Dream", Arthur Secunda, Beverly Hills, California, March, 1980

By Arthur Secunda

Located in Chesterfield, MI

ARTHUR SECUNDA (American, b. 1927) “Oriental Dream”, Arthur Secunda, Beverly Hills, California, March, 1980 Poster 39.625 x 23.875 in. Unframed Plate signed Publishing Information: P...

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1980s Vintage California Posters

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Lithograph

Original Wine Country Tour Map vintage California fun map, linen-backed.
Original Wine Country Tour Map vintage California fun map, linen-backed.

Original Wine Country Tour Map vintage California fun map, linen-backed.

Located in Spokane, WA

This is an original vintage lithograph poster; it is not a reproduction. The poster is professionally acid-free, conservation-mounted, linen-backed, and in very good condition.

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1980s American Modern Vintage California Posters

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Offset

Carousel Animals: A Limited Edition Goines Graphic Art Poster
Carousel Animals: A Limited Edition Goines Graphic Art Poster

Carousel Animals: A Limited Edition Goines Graphic Art Poster

By David Lance Goines

Located in Alamo, CA

The scene was inspired by the Berkeley, California carousel. The poster was commissioned by Tobin Fraley Studios of Oakland, California, who specialized in carousel and carousel anim...

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Late 20th Century Vintage California Posters

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Lithograph

Ed Ruscha Large Framed Vintage LACMA Exhibition Lithograph Poster Standard, 1990
Ed Ruscha Large Framed Vintage LACMA Exhibition Lithograph Poster Standard, 1990

Ed Ruscha Large Framed Vintage LACMA Exhibition Lithograph Poster Standard, 1990

By Ed Ruscha

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, quite large and engaging vintage lithograph/exhibition poster by California American Pop Art artist Ed (Edward) Ruscha.

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1990s American Modern Vintage California Posters

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Paper

Original Les Ameriques En Bal  - Salsa Azuquita hand signed vintage poster
Original Les Ameriques En Bal  - Salsa Azuquita hand signed vintage poster

Original Les Ameriques En Bal - Salsa Azuquita hand signed vintage poster

By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)

Located in Spokane, WA

Archival linen-backed and ready to frame. This poster is hand-signed in the lower right corner by the artist during a visit to our gallery in California.

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1980s 85 New Wave Vintage California Posters

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Offset

Wool Felt Applique Israeli Folk Art Signed Tapestry Kopel Gurwin Bezalel School
Wool Felt Applique Israeli Folk Art Signed Tapestry Kopel Gurwin Bezalel School

Wool Felt Applique Israeli Folk Art Signed Tapestry Kopel Gurwin Bezalel School

By Kopel Gurwin

Located in Surfside, FL

During his studies he also won additional prizes: In 1956 he won first prize from the Lethem Foundation in California for poster design. Later the same year, Kopel won the Hermann St...

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20th Century Folk Art Vintage California Posters

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Wool, Felt

Wool Felt Craft Applique Vintage Israeli Judaica Folk Art Tapestry Kopel Gurwin
Wool Felt Craft Applique Vintage Israeli Judaica Folk Art Tapestry Kopel Gurwin

Wool Felt Craft Applique Vintage Israeli Judaica Folk Art Tapestry Kopel Gurwin

By Kopel Gurwin

Located in Surfside, FL

During his studies he also won additional prizes: In 1956 he won first prize from the Lethem Foundation in California for poster design. Later the same year, Kopel won the Hermann St...

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20th Century Folk Art Vintage California Posters

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Wool, Felt

Wool Felt Applique Israeli Folk Art Lion Signed Tapestry Kopel Gurwin Bezalel
Wool Felt Applique Israeli Folk Art Lion Signed Tapestry Kopel Gurwin Bezalel

Wool Felt Applique Israeli Folk Art Lion Signed Tapestry Kopel Gurwin Bezalel

By Kopel Gurwin

Located in Surfside, FL

During his studies he also won additional prizes: In 1956 he won first prize from the Lethem Foundation in California for poster design. Later the same year, Kopel won the Hermann St...

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20th Century Folk Art Vintage California Posters

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Wool, Felt

Revolutionary Sex (Deluxe hand signed lt. edition of the Patty Hearst SLA print)
Revolutionary Sex (Deluxe hand signed lt. edition of the Patty Hearst SLA print)

Revolutionary Sex (Deluxe hand signed lt. edition of the Patty Hearst SLA print)

By Raymond Pettibon

Located in New York, NY

Pettibon came to prominence in the early 1980s in the southern California punk rock scene, creating posters and album art mainly for groups on SST Records, owned and operated by his ...

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1980s Pop Art Vintage California Posters

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Lithograph, Offset

Gustavo Montoya Nina Con Paloma Oil Painting
Gustavo Montoya Nina Con Paloma Oil Painting

Gustavo Montoya Nina Con Paloma Oil Painting

By Gustavo Montoya

Located in Dallas, TX

In 1929 he traveled to Los Angeles, California, where he worked illustrating posters at the West Coast Theaters Co.

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1950s Modern Vintage California Posters

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Canvas, Oil

Paint Cans Offset Print, Pop Art Style, 1990, Limited Edition

Paint Cans Offset Print, Pop Art Style, 1990, Limited Edition

By Wayne Thiebaud

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Printed by Trillium Graphics in Brisbane, California, the poster features Thiebaud's iconic depiction of vibrantly colored paint cans, showcasing his distinctive style and playful ap...

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1990s Pop Art Vintage California Posters

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Offset

Wool Felt Applique Israeli Folk Art Signed Tapestry Kopel Gurwin Bezalel School
Wool Felt Applique Israeli Folk Art Signed Tapestry Kopel Gurwin Bezalel School

Wool Felt Applique Israeli Folk Art Signed Tapestry Kopel Gurwin Bezalel School

By Kopel Gurwin

Located in Surfside, FL

During his studies he also won additional prizes: In 1956 he won first prize from the Lethem Foundation in California for poster design. Later the same year, Kopel won the Hermann St...

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20th Century Folk Art Vintage California Posters

Materials

Wool, Felt

Original Vintage Sante Fe Southern California Travel Poster
Original Vintage Sante Fe Southern California Travel Poster

Original Vintage Sante Fe Southern California Travel Poster

Located in Chicago, IL

Nice and graphic, this is a fun original and rare vintage travel poster for the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad Company.

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1940s American Vintage California Posters

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Paper

Map of California South Western Area by AAA Automotive Club
Map of California South Western Area by AAA Automotive Club

Map of California South Western Area by AAA Automotive Club

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fiberglass map of California South Western area by AAA Automotive Club An oversized road map that has been mounted onto board, produced by the AAA Club of Southern California. The ...

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1970s American Industrial Vintage California Posters

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Lacquer, Paper

Original Vintage Drink Advertising Travel Poster California Wine Land Of America
Original Vintage Drink Advertising Travel Poster California Wine Land Of America

Original Vintage Drink Advertising Travel Poster California Wine Land Of America

Located in London, GB

Original vintage drink advertising travel poster - California Wine Land of America - featuring colourful artwork by Amado Gonzalez (1913-2007) depicting a bottle of red wine with a g...

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1960s Vintage California Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Drink Advertising Poster California Rose Wine Land Of America
Original Vintage Drink Advertising Poster California Rose Wine Land Of America

Original Vintage Drink Advertising Poster California Rose Wine Land Of America

Located in London, GB

Original vintage drink advertising travel poster - Rose Wine California Land of America - featuring colourful artwork by Amado Gonzalez (1913-2007) depicting a bottle and two glasses...

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1960s Vintage California Posters

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Paper

Southern California Santa Fe Railway Travel Poster
Southern California Santa Fe Railway Travel Poster

Southern California Santa Fe Railway Travel Poster

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

This is a vintage Southern California travel poster for the Santa Fe Southern Railway, printed in the 1950s.

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1950s Vintage California Posters

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Paper

1961 Air France, California Original Vintage Poster
1961 Air France, California Original Vintage Poster

1961 Air France, California Original Vintage Poster

By Guy Georget

Located in Winchester, GB

With fabulous artwork from French artist Guy Georget who worked on many Air France posters of the era, this poster promoting the airlines routes to California was created in 1962.

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1960s French Vintage California Posters

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Paper

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Vintage California Posters For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage california posters available for sale. There are many Modern, Abstract and Post-War 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. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the vintage california posters on 1stDibs that include elements of brown, gray, blue, beige and more. Stan Galli, Edward McKnight Kauffer, John Fernie and Guy Georget took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in lithograph, offset print and paper — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much are Vintage California Posters?

Prices for art of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — vintage california posters in our inventory begin at $150 and can go as high as $4,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,237.
Questions About Vintage California Posters
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    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.
  • 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.