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Art Deco Framed Cyprus Tourist Poster by Baynard Press of England
By Baynard Press, London
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
the Government of Cyprus to promote travel to Cyprus in the period Art Deco style. The poster depicts
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Original Exhibition Poster of Picasso, Germany, 1965
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Original exhibition poster of Picasso, Framed, Edition of 2000, Printed by Schwenk-Wilk, Francfort
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Posters

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Paper

Original 1902 American Playhouse Poster
By U.S. Litho Company
Located in Peekskill, NY
posters. They were hidden away for over a 100 years. About the poster: You'd think that a play called
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Posters

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Paper

"A Bridge of Dragon" Ghanaian Movie Poster, c. 1999
Located in Chicago, IL
to import official posters, theaters in Ghana hired enterprising artists to create and embellish
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Late 20th Century Ghanaian Posters

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Wood

Édouard Bouillière - Toulouse City Poster from 1920
Located in PAU, FR
Old art deco poster of the city of Toulouse circa 1940. Designed by Édouard Bouillière and
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Vintage Airline Poster of Lake Wakatipu in Queenstown, New Zealand, ca.1960
Located in Langweer, NL
Vintage poster of New Zealand / Go There by NAC. Wellington: R.E. Owen, ca. 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Posters

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Paper

Vintage Poster of Japan Air Lines Depicting Singapore River and Raffles, ca.1960
Located in Langweer, NL
Japan Air Lines / Singapore. 1960s. Color photo-offset poster depicting Singapore River and Raffles
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Mid-20th Century Posters

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Paper

Original Art Deco Sport Poster, Art of Tennis, Wimbledon, Film, 1920
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original Art Deco Poster-Film the Art of Tennis-Wimbledon-Sport, 1920 Poster to promote the
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20th Century French Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Vintage 1972 Munich Olympics poster by Jacob Lawrence
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W25.5 H40.5 Original vintage poster from the germany olympics for the year 1972. Poster shows
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Posters

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Paper

1971 Festival of Art Print Lithograph / Poster
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare Ethan Allen 1971 Festival of Art Lithograph / Poster (have not been able to find another
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Posters

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Paper

"Colorado" Vintage United Airlines Travel Poster by Joseph Feher
By Joseph Feher
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a vintage travel poster for United Airlines from the 1950s. This advertisement poster
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Vintage 1950s North American Posters

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Paper

Vintage Bjorn Wiinblad Tivoli Gardens Poster Copenhagen, Denmark, 1981
By Bjorn Wiinblad, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Modern. Every year Tivoli invites a Danish artist to design the poster art for the coming season. The art
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Posters

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Paper

"Cantonese Iron Kung Fu" Ghanaian Movie Poster, c. 1985
Located in Chicago, IL
. Frequently, theaters in Ghana were unable to import official posters. Enterprising artists would paint
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Vintage 1980s Ghanaian Posters

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Paint, Paper

Full Portfolio 14 Air France Posters by Georges Mathieu, 1968
By Air France
Located in Saint ouen, FR
works of Georges Mathieu at the Manufacture Nationales des Gobelins in 1969 “Poster art is
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Vintage 1960s European Other Posters

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Paper

Chicano Art "Mestizo" 1991 Poster San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
Located in Miami, FL
Chicano Art "Mestizo" 1991 Poster San Francisco Museum of Modern Art Offered for sale is a large
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Late 20th Century American Posters

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Glass, Paper, Wood

Northwest Orient Airlines / Hong Kong, 1960s. Vintage Airline Tourism Poster
Located in Langweer, NL
Beautiful original poster of Northwest Orient Airlines / Hong Kong. 1960s. Vintage airline tourism
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Mid-20th Century Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Travel Poster Jugoslavia Putnik Beograd Tourism Yugoslavia Art
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for Putnik Jugoslavia / Yugoslavia featuring a stunning view of the
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Vintage 1930s Macedonian Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Original Art Deco Poster-Burnoud-Agricole International Fair of Lyon, 1927
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original Art Deco Poster-Burnoud-Agricole International Fair of Lyon, 1927 This poster promotes
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20th Century Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Original Art Deco Poster of the Palladium Cinema by Svend Koppel
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare original art deco poster by Svend Koppel depicting the 'Palladium Cinema' in Copenhagen
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Al G. Barnes Animal Show Circus Original Poster Framed, United States, 1895
Located in Madrid, ES
Original framed poster of famous Al G. Barnes Circus "Animal show circus".
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Antique 1890s American Modern Posters

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Paper

Fight with National War Bonds Vintage British WWI Poster, Circa 1917-18
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is a vintage British WWI Poster, urging viewers to "Fight with National War Bonds." The poster
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Vintage 1910s Posters

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Paper

"More Ships- Come on! War Savings are Warships..." Vintage WWII British Poster
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a vintage WWII British War Savings Poster. This colorful blue and yellow poster
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Vintage 1940s Posters

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Paper

"Buy Your Extra 6th War Loan Bonds Here" Vintage WWII Poster, 1944
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is an original World War II poster, dating to 1944. The poster reads "Buy Your Extra 6th War
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Vintage 1940s Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Travel Poster Fatima Portugal Irish International Airlines Art
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for Fatima Irish International Airlines The Friendly Airline
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Vintage 1950s Irish Posters

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Paper

French Art Deco Advertising Poster, By Ribet
Located in Norwood, NJ
Shopping for shoes in Paris with the family? Gilt framed antique French Art Deco advertising poster
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Original Antique Poster Bearings The Cycling Authority Of America Magazine Art
Located in London, GB
Original antique advertising poster for a popular cycling magazine - Bearings The Cycling Authority
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Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Posters

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Paper

Roger Bezombes Original Art Poster
By Roger Bezombes
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
ROGER BEZOMBES FLOWERS Roger Bezombes was a French artist born in 1913. His work has a certain playfulness; slightly off-centred arrangements, contrasting colours, oddly placed shap...
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Posters

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Paper, Linen

Roger Bezombes Original Art Poster
Roger Bezombes Original Art Poster
H 25.6 in W 16.93 in D 0.04 in
Art Nouveau Alphonse Mucha Original JOB Poster, 1898
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Alphonse Mucha 1898 JOB poster. Excellent condition with beautiful frame under plexiglass ready to
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Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Travel Poster Principality Of Liechtenstein Johannes Troyer Art
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for the Principality of Liechtenstein / Furstentum Liechtenstein
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Posters

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Paper

Pop Art Exhibition Poster, 'Adami' 1976, Galerie Maeght
By Valerio Adami
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Pop Art exhibition poster, 'Adami' 1976, Galerie Maeght Original vintage poster promoting the
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Plakat Secesyjny 1971 Art Nouveau Polish Poster Museum poster, Hubert Hilscher
Located in Bath, Somerset
the dawn of a new period in the development of Polish poster art, which became known as the Polish
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20th Century Polish Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Art Poster, Simon Hantaï
By Simon Hantaï
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Original Vintage art poster, Simon Hantaï “Inspired by the work of Jackson Pollock, Hantaï would
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Art Poster, Simon Hantaï
Original Vintage Art Poster, Simon Hantaï
H 24.81 in W 20.28 in D 0.4 in
Broders, Original Art Deco Poster, Winter Sports, Bobsleigh Skiing Art Deco 1930
By Roger Broders
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
. Roger Broders is one of the most prolific poster artists of the Art Deco period, just like Cassandre. He
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Ansel Adams Vintage National Gallery of Art 1985/86 Art Exhibition Poster Framed
By Ansel Adams
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A serene minimalist vintage poster depicting the Ansel Adams exhibition at The National Gallery of
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Vintage 1980s Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Travel Poster Stewartry Of Kirkcudbright Scotland Railways Art
Located in London, GB
Original vintage British Railways poster - The Stewartry of Kirkcudbright Scotland - featuring a
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Vintage 1940s British Posters

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Paper

Mid-Century Poster "Fine Food the Traditional Art of Denmark"
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming Danish poster in wooden veneered frame.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Posters

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Wood, Paper

Original Vintage Skiing Travel Poster Winter Sports In Yugoslavia Midcentury Art
Located in London, GB
Original vintage skiing travel poster for Winter Sports in Yugoslavia - the title text on a sign
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Vintage 1950s Macedonian Posters

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Paper

Cadieux - Vintage Art Nouveau Lithograph Poster by Toulouse Lautrec
By Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
Located in East Quogue, NY
, which appeared at the Eldorado and the Ambassadeurs nightclubs in Paris. Art nouveau, poster
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Posters

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Paper

City of York Poster
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage poster was printed in 1971 in Germany, to celebrate another year of summer camp in
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Antique 18th Century German Post-Modern Posters

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Metal

City of York Poster
City of York Poster
H 27.5 in W 19 in D 0.25 in
Original Antique Poster Pneu Beeston Tyres King Of The Road Tire Advertising Art
Located in London, GB
Original antique advertising poster for Beeston tyres The King of the Road / Pneu Beeston le Roi de
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Posters

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Paper

'AUSTRALIA WARATAH' Original Vintage Art Deco Poster by Sellheim
By Gert Hugo Emmanuel Sellheim
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'AUSTRALIA WARATAH' Original Vintage Art Deco Poster by Sellheim An original vintage Australian
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Vintage 1930s Australian Art Deco Posters

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Linen, Paper

Original Vintage Travel Poster Vienna Austria Art Deco Hermann Kosel Design Art
By Hermann Kosel
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for Vienna Austria featuring a stunning Art Deco design by the
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Bellenger, Original Art Deco Motorcycle Poster, Favor Bicycle, 1937
By Jacques-Pierre Bellenger
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original Art Deco Poster-Bellenger-Faveur Motorcycle-Cycle, 1937 We're on the poster, a man holds
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Posters

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Paper

1997 Jean-Michel Basquiat - Mitsukoshi Museum of Art Original Vintage Poster
By after Jean-Michel Basquiat
Located in Winchester, GB
& rare poster features the 1985 mixed media work "Heaven" and was created to promote the retrospective
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1990s Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Travel Poster Fly Aer Lingus Travel The Easy Way Midcentury Art
By John Bainbridge
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster featuring a great mid-century design - Travel the easy way Fly Aer
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Vintage 1950s Irish Posters

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Paper

Posters from Art Center College of Design and California Institute of the Arts
By John Van Hamersveld
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Posters from the John Van Hamersveld Art Center College of Design and California Institute of the
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Posters

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Acrylic, Paper

Vintage Leonetto Cappiello Cognac Monnet Art Deco Advertising Poster
By Leonetto Cappiello
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Cognac Monnet poster by Leonetto Cappiello. Featuring a sun in the glass, this poster by
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Posters

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Paper

'Vermouth Perucchi' Original Vintage Art Deco Poster, circa 1926
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'Vermouth Perucchi' original vintage French Art Deco poster, circa 1926 In this poster, the
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Vintage 1920s Spanish Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Advertising Poster Paris Exposition Internationale Art Deco
By Paul Colin
Located in London, GB
Original vintage advertising poster for the Paris 1937 Exposition Internationale / International
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Posters

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Paper

1960’s Psychedelic Pop Art Poster of King David by Lee
Located in Redding, CT
1960’s Psychedelic Pop Art Poster of King David and Son. Amazing colorful graphics of King David
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Posters

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Chrome

Original Vintage London Underground Poster Museum Of Childhood Squirrel Tube Art
Located in London, GB
Original vintage London Underground poster for The Museum of Childhood nearest station Bethnal
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1990s British Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Art Exhibition Poster Andre Derain Ballets Barber of Seville
Located in London, GB
Original vintage art exhibition poster - Andre Derain Ballets et les illustrations du Barbier de
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Vintage 1960s French Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage London Underground Poster Museum Of Childhood Art Simon Gales
Located in London, GB
Original vintage London Underground poster for The Museum of Childhood nearest station Bethnal
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1990s British Posters

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Paper

Original Hand Signed Razzia Framed Deauville Poster, Art Deco
By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)
Located in Miami, FL
An original hand signed lithograph poster with linen backing by Gerard Courbouleix Deneriaz in
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20th Century French Art Deco Posters

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Acrylic, Wood

Art Nouveau Vintage French Poster, Linen Backed for Preservation
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Art Nouveau Vintage French Poster, Linen Backed for Preservation Art Nouveau, ornamental style of
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Late 20th Century French Art Nouveau Posters

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Paper

Paul Colin, Original Art Deco Poster, African Oceanic Art, Punu Mask, Moai, 1930
By Paul Colin
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Art Deco poster of African and Oceanic inspiration depicting a Punu mask from Gabon and a
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20th Century French Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Advertising Poster Loterie Nationale Wheel Of Fortune Andre Art
By Andre Galland 1
Located in London, GB
Original vintage advertising poster for the French National Lottery / Loterie Nationale featuring a
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Vintage 1930s French Posters

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Paper

Framed University of Miami Lowe Art Museum Beaux Arts Festival Poster 1989
Located in Miami, FL
Framed University of Miami Lowe Art Museum Beaux Arts Festival Poster 1989 Offered for sale is a
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Late 20th Century American Posters

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Wire

Original Vintage Advertising Poster Dutch Circle Of Sculptors Herman Bieling Art
By Herman Bieling
Located in London, GB
Original vintage advertising poster for the Netherlands Circle of Sculptors Exhibition / Ned: Kring
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Vintage 1930s Dutch Posters

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Paper

Amedeo Modigliani Female Nude 1916 for Metropolitan Museum of Art Poster
By Amedeo Modigliani
Located in Portland, OR
portraiture and figurative art. Born in Livorno, Italy, in 1884, Modigliani showed an early interest in art
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20th Century American Expressionist Posters

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Metal

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Posters Of Art For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of posters of art for your needs in our varied inventory. There are many Modern, Contemporary and Abstract versions of these works for sale. Finding the perfect item from our selection of posters of art may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right choice in our collection of posters of art for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of beige, gray, black and orange. There have been many interesting object in our assortment of posters of art examples over the years, but those made by (after) Pablo Picasso, Nicholas Kahn & Richard Selesnick, Andy Warhol, (after) Robert Motherwell and Robert Rauschenberg are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these of any era or style can make for thoughtful decor in any space, but a selection from our variety of those made in paper, lithograph and offset print can add an especially memorable touch.

How Much is a Posters Of Art?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a piece of posters of art in our inventory may begin at $60 and can go as high as $47,500, while the average can fetch as much as $951.
Questions About Posters Of Art
  • 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.
  • It's a print using an offset lithograph press. Although still used today it has been primarily replaced with digital printing.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A travel poster is a poster that highlights points of interest, depicts the mode of transportation used to get to a specific location, or features activities available at the destination. Travel posters were used by hotels, airlines, railroads, and tourism companies to graphically promote their services to the public as well as advertise travel destinations. Find a collection of antique and vintage travel posters on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    WPA, or Work Projects Administration posters were a government program from 1936 to 1943 that supported the arts, health and educational programs. More than 2000 posters are said to exist. You can shop a collection of WPA posters from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Propaganda posters were designed to present the public with a concept or idea in a single image with a brief slogan. The word propaganda is defined as information that’s biased or misleading but it isn’t always that negative, sometimes propaganda is used to rally people around a cause. On 1stDibs, find vintage propaganda posters from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A graphic poster is a printed poster that might include a range of graphic elements such as charts, illustrations or photography accompanying text. Graphic posters are great at catching the attention of passers-by and will likely help better convey your message. Shop vintage posters from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Using lithography to create his art, Alphonse Mucha’s posters stylized Art Nouveau theatrical posters. Commissioned by Sarah Bernhardt, she had offered him a contract to create stage and clothing designs, as well as these posters, now lovingly referred to as Mucha posters. You’ll find a collection of Alphonse Mucha’s pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A theatrical poster is a sign or a placard advertising a show or a play. It usually advertises coming attractions and is displayed in front of the theater or the lobby. Find a collection of antique and vintage theatrical posters on 1stDibs today.
  • 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    An advertising poster is a visual printed work that is commonly used by small businesses as a promotional technique. The message on an advertising poster might pertain to promoting brand awareness or calling action to a new product. Find a variety of antique and vintage advertising poster designs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Swiss style poster is a poster created with a type of graphic design inspired by collage and contrasting texture. This style of graphic design was not created in Switzerland, but rose to popularity as designers further its development there. Shop a collection of Swiss style posters from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertApril 12, 2024
    While no one knows for sure which of the thousands of movie posters that have been produced is the rarest, certain ones have fetched high prices at auctions due to their rarity. Many are from classic horror films, such as 1931's Frankenstein, 1933's King Kong and 1934's The Black Cat. Other prized posters include those for 1933's Flying Down to Rio and 1927's Metropolis. A version of the latter sold for a record-setting $690,000 in 2005. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of movie 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find old movie posters, you can attend flea markets and auctions or look at secondhand shops in your area. Some art dealers sell them and they are among the inventory of various reputable online platforms. Find a collection of vintage movie posters on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The tester on a four poster bed is the canopy over the bed. It was usually made of wood and could be covered with cloth. It provided privacy and helped enclose the bed, making it easier to heat the bed area. On 1stDibs, find an array of vintage and contemporary four-poster beds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best way to ship a poster is to Roll your poster, along with acid-free tissue paper, and place it in the shipping tube. Close the shipping tube with a cap. Then use bubble wrap to wrap both ends of the tube to protect the ends. Also, make sure the package is within the max weight and dimensions of the USPS First Class package.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Although many posters depicting the musician have been made over the years, the most famous Bob Dylan poster was created by Milton Glaser. The artwork originally appeared on the inner sleeve of Dylan's 1967 Greatest Hits album. On 1st 1stDibs, find a range of Milton Glaser art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Today, the point of a four-poster bed is largely stylistic. People place them in bedrooms due to their elegant decorative appearance. Historically, four-poster beds featured heavy curtains that blocked light, preserved privacy and provided warmth in the winter. You'll find a selection of four-poster beds on 1stDibs.