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'Star Wars' Original Vintage British Quad Movie Poster by Tom Chantrell, 1977
'Star Wars' Original Vintage British Quad Movie Poster by Tom Chantrell, 1977

'Star Wars' Original Vintage British Quad Movie Poster by Tom Chantrell, 1977

Sold|$4,825

'Star Wars' Original Vintage British Quad Movie Poster by Tom Chantrell, 1977

By Tom William Chantrell

Located in Devon, GB

plastic sword. Weeks after this poster was issued in the UK, 'Star Wars' was nominated for 10 Oscars

Category

Vintage 1970s British Space Age Posters

Materials

Paper

A Bridge Too Far 1977 UK Quad Style B Film Poster
A Bridge Too Far 1977 UK Quad Style B Film Poster

A Bridge Too Far 1977 UK Quad Style B Film Poster

Sold|$344

A Bridge Too Far 1977 UK Quad Style B Film Poster

Located in Bath, Somerset

“Out of the sky…The most incredible spectacle of men and war!” Fabulous original British film

Category

20th Century British Posters

Materials

Paper

Spanish Cove
Spanish Cove

Leslie GrimesSpanish Cove

Sold

Spanish Cove

By Leslie Grimes

Located in Brecon, Powys

Spanish Cove by Leslie Grimes (1897-1983) British war time poster designer, "Keep Calm and Carry On

Category

1950s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

"Star Wars" Original British Film Poster
"Star Wars" Original British Film Poster

"Star Wars" Original British Film Poster

Sold|$1,723

"Star Wars" Original British Film Poster

Located in London, GB

Original British film poster for Star Wars 1977. This is the Oscars style poster created after the

Category

Vintage 1970s British Posters

Original British World War II Poster "Are You With Us In National Service?"

Original British World War II Poster "Are You With Us In National Service?"

Sold|$896

Original British World War II Poster "Are You With Us In National Service?"

By Drake Brookshaw and Doreen Debenham

Located in London, GB

Original vintage British propaganda poster: Are you with us in National Service? Colorful image

Category

Vintage 1940s British Posters

Materials

Paper

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British War Posters For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are several options of british war posters available for sale. Finding the ideal modern, Surrealist or Impressionist examples of these works for your living room, whether you’re looking for small- or large-size pieces, is no easy task — start by shopping our selection today. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st 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 british war posters on 1stDibs that include elements of gray, beige, black, orange and more. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Peter Collins ARCA, Rosemary Ellis, Abel Pann, Clifford Ellis and Fougasse (Cyril Kenneth Bird) are consistently popular. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in lithograph, paper and paint — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much are British War Posters?

Prices for pieces in our collection of british war posters start at $92 and top out at $248,500 with the average selling for $1,168.
Questions About British War Posters
  • Are war posters public domain?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Whether war posters are in the public domain depends on their age. If a poster is more than 95 years old, it is usually in the public domain. Shop a selection of war posters from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • Who made the original Star Wars posters?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Hildebrandt Brothers made the original Star Wars posters. The duo consists of twin brothers Greg and Tim Hildebrandt. Notably, well-known film poster artist Drew Struzan came out of retirement to design the artwork for Star Wars: The Force Awakens in 2015. You'll find a variety of film poster art on 1stDibs.
  • What was the most famous World War II propaganda poster?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Opinions on which World War II propaganda poster is the most famous differ. However, two posters introduced characters that would go on to become iconic. The first is "We Can Do It," featuring Rosie Riveter, who has become synonymous with women's equality. Another influential design is " I Want YOU For U.S. Army," with its bearded figure wearing a star-spangled top hat. The image gave birth to Uncle Sam, the well-known symbol of the U.S. On 1stDibs, find a range of WWII posters from some of the world's top galleries.
  • How many propaganda posters were made during World War II?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    More than 200,000 propaganda posters were made during World War II. The Office of War Information (OWI) was responsible for hiring artists to design the artwork. Famous posters include “I Want You” for the U.S. Army, featuring the well-known Uncle Sam character, while the popular “We Can Do It!” design depicts Rosie the Riveter. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of World War II posters and other vintage and antique posters.
  • What easily recognizable poster was created during World War I in 1917?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easily recognizable poster created during World War I in 1917 is I Want You for U.S. Army. James Montgomery Flagg designed the poster, which shows Uncle Sam pointing at the viewer. Find a collection of James Montgomery Flagg art on 1stDibs.

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