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Vintage Athletic Posters

Otmar Alt Original 1972 Olympic Poster
Otmar Alt Original 1972 Olympic Poster

Otmar Alt Original 1972 Olympic Poster

$1,518

H 39.77 in W 26.78 in D 0.08 in

Otmar Alt Original 1972 Olympic Poster

By Otmar Alt

Located in Weesp, NL

excitement and camaraderie of athletic competition. As an official poster for the 1972 München Olympics

Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Paper

Vintage City Athletic Club Poster, The Castro, San Francisco c.1981
Vintage City Athletic Club Poster, The Castro, San Francisco c.1981

Vintage City Athletic Club Poster, The Castro, San Francisco c.1981

$295Sale Price|34% Off

H 46 in W 60 in D 0.125 in

Vintage City Athletic Club Poster, The Castro, San Francisco c.1981

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT An original large vintage poster from the former gay City Athletic Club gym located in the

Category

Late 20th Century American Sporting Art Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Paper

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Vintage City Athletic Club Poster, the Castro, San Francisco c.1980
Vintage City Athletic Club Poster, the Castro, San Francisco c.1980

Vintage City Athletic Club Poster, the Castro, San Francisco c.1980

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT An original large vintage poster from the former gay City Athletic Club gym located in the

Category

Late 20th Century American Sporting Art Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Paper

"Standard Sports Dimensions" A.G. Spalding & Bros, Vintage Poster, circa 1940s
"Standard Sports Dimensions" A.G. Spalding & Bros, Vintage Poster, circa 1940s

"Standard Sports Dimensions" A.G. Spalding & Bros, Vintage Poster, circa 1940s

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Line of Perfect Equipment for All Athletic Sports.” This poster was printed by E.E. Owens & Co. in

Category

1940s British Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Paper

Vintage City Athletic Club Poster, the Castro, San Francisco c.1980
Vintage City Athletic Club Poster, the Castro, San Francisco c.1980

Vintage City Athletic Club Poster, the Castro, San Francisco c.1980

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT An original large vintage poster from the former gay City Athletic Club gym located in the

Category

Late 20th Century American Sporting Art Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Paper

Roland Garros French Open

Roland Garros French Open

By Antoni Tàpies

Located in Brooklyn, NY

athletic achievement. This poster is a testament to Tàpies' ability to transcend traditional artistic

Category

Late 20th Century Abstract Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Offset

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National Coming Out Day Poster /// Keith Haring Street Pop Art LGBTQ Political
National Coming Out Day Poster /// Keith Haring Street Pop Art LGBTQ Political

National Coming Out Day Poster /// Keith Haring Street Pop Art LGBTQ Political

By Keith Haring

Located in Saint Augustine, FL

Artist: Keith Haring (American, 1958-1990) Title: "National Coming Out Day" *Signed and dated by Haring in the plate (printed signature) lower right Year: 1988 Medium: Original Offse...

Category

1980s Pop Art Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Lithograph, Offset

Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock

Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock

Located in Miami, FL

Murano hand blown studio glass chandelier, in stock All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique Brass plated structure with 24 exposed brass reg...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Brass

Veneziana 6 tiers chandelier. 65 Opaline glass elements. Silvio Piattelli design
Veneziana 6 tiers chandelier. 65 Opaline glass elements. Silvio Piattelli design

Veneziana 6 tiers chandelier. 65 Opaline glass elements. Silvio Piattelli design

By Silvio Piattelli

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

Drawing on decades of experience in lighting, my aim was to fashion a chandelier that seamlessly marries timeless elegance with practicality. I added glass elements with a more comp...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Tulips Murano Glass and Brass Sconces
Pair of Tulips Murano Glass and Brass Sconces

Pair of Tulips Murano Glass and Brass Sconces

$3,643 / set

H 31.5 in W 21.26 in D 9.85 in

Pair of Tulips Murano Glass and Brass Sconces

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Pair of wall lamps, entirely handmade in Murano, Italy, that bring the energy of Nature and Feng Shui into your interior. This pair of modern organic wall lamps is composed of a hand...

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Early 2000s Italian Modern Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Brass

'Yoruba Rose' Japanese Washi Paper &  Stainless Steel Table Lamp for Ingo Maurer
'Yoruba Rose' Japanese Washi Paper &  Stainless Steel Table Lamp for Ingo Maurer

'Yoruba Rose' Japanese Washi Paper & Stainless Steel Table Lamp for Ingo Maurer

By Ingo Maurer, Dagmar

Located in Glendale, CA

'Yoruba Rose' Japanese Washi paper & stainless steel table lamp for Ingo Maurer Designed by Dagmar Mombach and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lightin...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Stainless Steel

'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö

'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö

$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off

H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in

'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö

By Örsjö Industri AB

Located in Glendale, CA

'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Textile

Original Andy Warhol Brillo Pasadena Art Museum serigraph vintage poster
Original Andy Warhol Brillo Pasadena Art Museum serigraph vintage poster

Original Andy Warhol Brillo Pasadena Art Museum serigraph vintage poster

By Andy Warhol

Located in Spokane, WA

Original serigraph: Andy Warhol Brillo soap pads. Artist: Andy Warhol. Size 26" x 30" Year: 1970. Archival linen-backed original serigraph ready to frame. Warhol's Billo ...

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1970s Pop Art Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Screen

Pair of Leopard Parsons Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman, Custom
Pair of Leopard Parsons Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman, Custom

Pair of Leopard Parsons Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman, Custom

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of custom stylish parsons armchairs in the style of Milo Baughman. Newly upholstered in a fun-sophisticated leopard upholstery fabric. Down wrapped seat cushion with down back c...

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2010s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Velvet

1972 Munich Olympic Games - David Hockney Original Vintage Poster
1972 Munich Olympic Games - David Hockney Original Vintage Poster

1972 Munich Olympic Games - David Hockney Original Vintage Poster

By David Hockney

Located in Winchester, GB

Celebrated British artist David Hockney was one of 29 artists commissioned to produce posters for the 1972 Munich Olympic Games. In the run-up to the 1972 Games, the Organising Commi...

Category

1970s German Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Paper

Gian Franco Frattini Albero book mill pre Poltrona Frau
Gian Franco Frattini Albero book mill pre Poltrona Frau

Gian Franco Frattini Albero book mill pre Poltrona Frau

$26,721

H 128.35 in W 32.68 in D 32.68 in

Gian Franco Frattini Albero book mill pre Poltrona Frau

By Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Weesp, NL

Jatoba, Brazilian Cherry wood, Albero mid century modern book mill designed by Gian franco Frattini, pre Poltrona Frau. This unique Brazilian Cherry wood version has been made in th...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Brass

1976 Rocky Original Vintage Poster
1976 Rocky Original Vintage Poster

1976 Rocky Original Vintage Poster

$1,560

H 41 in W 27 in D 0.1 in

1976 Rocky Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

Written by and starring Sylvester Stallone in the iconic lead role, "Rocky" was released in 1976 and went on to become the highest grossing film of the year. Critically acclaimed as ...

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1970s American Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Linen, Paper

Rodeo (Cowgirl)

Harold Eugene EdgertonRodeo (Cowgirl), c. 1940

$3,000

H 10.25 in W 8.75 in D 0.1 in

Rodeo (Cowgirl)

By Harold Eugene Edgerton

Located in Denton, TX

Edition of 60 Signed and numbered in pencil on print verso. Harold “Doc” Edgerton was born in 1903, in Fremont, Nebraska. During his summers as a teenager, he worked in his uncle’s ...

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1940s Modern Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Silver Gelatin

I Dream Of You
I Dream Of You

I Dream Of You

By John Randall Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

John Randall Nelson’s paintings are layered with his own personal language consisting of patterns, symbols, and archetypes that may not make any literal sense but play on subconsciou...

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2010s Pop Art Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Panel

Guillerme & Chambron Lounge Chair with Storage in Oak and Leather
Guillerme & Chambron Lounge Chair with Storage in Oak and Leather

Guillerme & Chambron Lounge Chair with Storage in Oak and Leather

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, lounge chair and cabinet, oak, leather, France, 1960s This is a remarkable piece of furniture by Guillerme et Chambron. The whole constructio...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Leather, Oak

Rare Italian Liberty Style/Art Nouveau Commode with Painted Wood Inlays
Rare Italian Liberty Style/Art Nouveau Commode with Painted Wood Inlays

Rare Italian Liberty Style/Art Nouveau Commode with Painted Wood Inlays

Located in Milano, IT

Rare commode in the style of Louis Majorelle with front and sides inlaid in painted wood. Two doors on the front that hide a cabinet with open compartments and small drawers in light...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Wood

Lake Placid Winter Olympics 1980 Original Vintage Poster by John Gallucci

Lake Placid Winter Olympics 1980 Original Vintage Poster by John Gallucci

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This is an original vintage poster, printed using offset lithographic plates. It was created by the American watercolor artist, John Gallucci (1918 – 2009) in 1979 and was commissio...

Category

1970s Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Lithograph

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Vintage Athletic Posters For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage athletic posters is available on 1stDibs. There are many modern and abstract 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. If you’re looking to add vintage athletic posters that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of blue, brown, purple and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Pierre Alechinsky and Bob Peak are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Frequently made by artists working in paper, offset print and lithograph, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much are Vintage Athletic Posters?

The average selling price for vintage athletic posters we offer is $654, while they’re typically $249 on the low end and $16,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Vintage Athletic 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 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 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 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.