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"Surf Culture" Vintage Movie Poster Triptych by John Severson "Big Wednesday"
"Surf Culture" Vintage Movie Poster Triptych by John Severson "Big Wednesday"

"Surf Culture" Vintage Movie Poster Triptych by John Severson "Big Wednesday"

By John Severson Productions

Located in San Diego, CA

#3393 John Severson, well known as the creator of the internationally acclaimed SURFER Magazine, grew up surfing off the beaches of Southern California.

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Late 20th Century American Posters

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Paper

"Surf Culture" Vintage "Big Wednesday" Movie Poster Signed by John Severson
"Surf Culture" Vintage "Big Wednesday" Movie Poster Signed by John Severson

"Surf Culture" Vintage "Big Wednesday" Movie Poster Signed by John Severson

By John Severson Productions

Located in San Diego, CA

There is no doubt, that John Severson’s artworks will pass the test of time, both as unique artistic statements and as an important visual record of the developing surf culture.

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Late 20th Century American Posters

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Paper

"THE SURFER" 1973 Reprint of the Original 1960 Surfer Magazine by John Severson
"THE SURFER" 1973 Reprint of the Original 1960 Surfer Magazine by John Severson

"THE SURFER" 1973 Reprint of the Original 1960 Surfer Magazine by John Severson

By John Severson Productions

Located in San Diego, CA

Super cool piece of surf history! #3176 JOHN SEVERSON John Severson, well known as the creator of the internationally acclaimed SURFER Magazine, grew up surfing off the beaches of...

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Mid-20th Century American Paintings

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Paper

Pacific Vibrations
Pacific Vibrations

Pacific Vibrations

Located in London, GB

Original US set of 8 Lobby cards for the 1970 surfing documentary by John Severson features some good interviews, great music and surfing footage….like Woodstock on a wave.

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Vintage 1970s American Posters

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Paper

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The Ultimate Challenge
The Ultimate Challenge

Ken AusterThe Ultimate Challenge, Circa 1980

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H 26 in W 34 in D 0.01 in

The Ultimate Challenge

By Ken Auster

Located in San Antonio, TX

The original painting is based on the iconic photograph by John Severson (founder of Surfer Magazine). Ken grew up with his feet deeply planted in the surfing culture.

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20th Century Contemporary Landscape Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Screen

"Surf Culture" Watercolor Painting by Industry Pioneer John Severson
"Surf Culture" Watercolor Painting by Industry Pioneer John Severson

"Surf Culture" Watercolor Painting by Industry Pioneer John Severson

By John Severson Productions

Located in San Diego, CA

The painting is from a 2001 exhibition of John Severson's surf themed watercolors in Claremont, CA. #2492 About the artist: John Severson, well known as the creator of the inte...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Materials

Paint

"Surf Culture" First Edition Book "Surf" Signed by Author John Severson
"Surf Culture" First Edition Book "Surf" Signed by Author John Severson

"Surf Culture" First Edition Book "Surf" Signed by Author John Severson

By John Severson Productions

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice "Surf Culture" first edition of the book "Surf" signed by author, surf industry pioneer and "Surfer Magazine" founder John Severson at the California Surf Museum in Hunti...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

Materials

Paper

"Surf Culture" Book Signing Poster for the Book "Surf" Signed by John Severson
"Surf Culture" Book Signing Poster for the Book "Surf" Signed by John Severson

"Surf Culture" Book Signing Poster for the Book "Surf" Signed by John Severson

By John Severson Productions

Located in San Diego, CA

(Jim Rutenberg The New York Times, Styles Section) Please see our listing for a signed first edition copy of the book "Surf" by John Severson. JOHN SEVERSON John Severson, well kn...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Posters

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Paper

Pacific Vibrations
Pacific Vibrations

Pacific Vibrations

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H 41 in W 27 in D 0.1 in

Pacific Vibrations

Located in London, GB

Original US film poster for the 1970 surfing documentary by John Severson's features some good interviews, great music and surfing footage….like Woodstock on a wave.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Posters

Materials

Paper

1964 Skateboard Poster, All Original Extremely Rare Midcentury Graphic
1964 Skateboard Poster, All Original Extremely Rare Midcentury Graphic

1964 Skateboard Poster, All Original Extremely Rare Midcentury Graphic

By John Severson Productions

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The photograph upon which this graphic was based was taken by Hall Of Fame surfer, artist, photographer and founder of Surfer Magazine, John Severson. Fantastic simple layout with...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Posters

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Wardy Surfboard with Powder Blue Acid Splash - Laguna CA 1960
Wardy Surfboard with Powder Blue Acid Splash - Laguna CA 1960

Wardy Surfboard with Powder Blue Acid Splash - Laguna CA 1960

By Wardy Surfboards

Located in Los Angeles, CA

It was the result of a conversation with John Severson, in which Severson mentioned the good response his films garnered in the Pasadena area that prompted Wardy to open his first sh...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Foam, Paint, Fiberglass

"Pacific Vibrations" Film Poster, 1970
"Pacific Vibrations" Film Poster, 1970

"Pacific Vibrations" Film Poster, 1970

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H 41 in W 27 in D 0.1 in

"Pacific Vibrations" Film Poster, 1970

Located in London, GB

One Sheet (27" X 41"). Director: John Severson. Stars: Jock Sutherland, Bill Hamilton, Rolf Aurness Framing options: Glass and single mount + £250 Glass and double mount + £275...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Posters

Classic Surf Picture Portfolio by Jack Reinhold
Classic Surf Picture Portfolio by Jack Reinhold

Classic Surf Picture Portfolio by Jack Reinhold

By Jack Reinhold

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The photographers are John Severson, Tom Blake, Joe Quigg, Tim McCullough, Don James, Clarence Maki and Ron Stoner.

Category

Late 20th Century American Books

Materials

Paper

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