What is a vintage poster?

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.

How do I identify a vintage poster?

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.

How can you tell if a poster is vintage?

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.

Are vintage posters worth anything?

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.

What art style are vintage posters?

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.

How can I tell if a vintage movie poster is real?

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.

Vintage Athletic Posters

Original Vintage Poster Athletic Youth Health Sport Volleyball Running High Dive

$742

H 32.29 in W 22.84 in D 0.04 in

Original Vintage Poster Athletic Youth Health Sport Volleyball Running High Dive

Located in London, GB

Original vintage sports propaganda poster - Athletic Youth a healthy nation, a happy life at work

Category

1950s Czech Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Paper

Otmar Alt Original 1972 Olympic Poster

$1,470

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

$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

Andy Warhol1984 original poster by Warhol for the Winter Olympics in Sarajevo, Yugoslavia, 1984

$1,647

H 33.47 in W 24.41 in

1984 original poster by Warhol for the Winter Olympics in Sarajevo, Yugoslavia

By Andy Warhol

Located in PARIS, FR

spirit of global athletic competition. Warhol’s Sarajevo Olympics poster is more than just a promotional

Category

1980s Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

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Original Vintage Poster Athletic Youth Health Sport Volleyball Running High Dive, 1950s

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H 32.29 in W 22.84 in

Original Vintage Poster Athletic Youth Health Sport Volleyball Running High Dive

Located in London, GB

Original vintage sports propaganda poster - Athletic Youth a healthy nation, a happy life at work

Category

1950s Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Paper

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

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H 46 in W 60 in D 0.125 in

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

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H 43 in W 30 in D 1.5 in

"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

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H 46 in W 60 in D 0.125 in

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

Antoni TàpiesRoland Garros French Open, 2000

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H 29 in W 22 in

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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Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

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By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

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Norman RockwellThe Dugout, Post Cover, 1948

$8,000,000

H 17.25 in W 16 in

The Dugout, Post Cover

By Norman Rockwell

Located in Fort Washington, PA

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Oil, Gouache

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

$34,124

H 6.3 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

Located in Puglia, Puglia

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Bone

David HockneyDavid Hockney - 60 Years of Work - Tate Britain original British Pop art poster, 2017

$1,000

H 24 in W 16.5 in

David Hockney - 60 Years of Work - Tate Britain original British Pop art poster

By David Hockney

Located in New York, NY

David Hockney David Hockney - 60 Years of Work - Tate Britain original poster, 2017 Offset lithograph and digital print 24 × 16 1/2 inches Unframed, unsigned and unnumbered Provenanc...

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2010s Pop Art Vintage Athletic Posters

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1972 Munich Olympic Games - David Hockney Original Vintage Poster

$1,659

H 41.5 in W 27.6 in D 0.1 in

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...

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1970s German Vintage Athletic Posters

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Paper

Marc ChagallMarc Chagall, Paradise II, from Drawings for the Bible, 1960, 1960

$1,276Sale Price|20% Off

H 14 in W 10.25 in

Marc Chagall, Paradise II, from Drawings for the Bible, 1960

By Marc Chagall

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Marc Chagall (1887–1985), titled Paradise II (Paradise II), from Marc Chagall, Dessins Pour La Bible (Drawings for the Bible), Verve: Revue Artistique et...

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1960s Expressionist Vintage Athletic Posters

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John GallucciLake Placid Winter Olympics 1980 - Original Vintage Poster by John Galluci, 1979

$350

H 35.75 in W 24.25 in

Lake Placid Winter Olympics 1980 - Original Vintage Poster by John Galluci

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...

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1970s Vintage Athletic Posters

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Dennis WheelerOriginal 1984 Winter Olympics Bobsled Poster for the United States Team, 1984

$200

H 14 in W 11 in

Original 1984 Winter Olympics Bobsled Poster for the United States Team

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Dennis Wheeler (b1935 - ) is an American artist who enjoyed a successful career doing commercial artwork. His notable projects included creating the covers of Time, Fortune, and Life...

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1980s Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

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Lake Placid Winter Olympics 1980 Original Vintage Poster by John Gallucci, 1979

$350

H 35.75 in W 24.25 in

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

Swedish Deco Green and White Striped Sofa

On Hold|~~$16,690~~

H 33 in W 86 in D 32 in

Swedish Deco Green and White Striped Sofa

Located in Long Island City, NY

Swedish deco dark green and white striped sofa, newly reupholstered in& Rogers & Goffigon fabric featuring ball feet and added bolsters.

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Athletic Posters

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Wild the Naturalistic Garden

$60 / item

H 10.63 in W 8.13 in D 2.5 in

Wild the Naturalistic Garden

By Phaidon

Located in New York, NY

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Materials

Paper

20th Century Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Dilly Dally Vanitiy Dressing Table

$21,180

H 29.14 in Dm 25.99 in

20th Century Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Dilly Dally Vanitiy Dressing Table

By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni

Located in Turin, Turin

Dressing table model Dilly Dally designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau in 1960s. The dressing table is composed of two pieces, one round armchair (which alone measures 74 x 66 ...

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Metal

Pablo PicassoJacqueline au Bandeau de Face (Grand Tête de Femme), 1962

$165,000

H 25.25 in W 21 in D 0.13 in

Jacqueline au Bandeau de Face (Grand Tête de Femme)

By Pablo Picasso

Located in New York, NY

Stunning and iconic portrait of Picasso's wife, Jacqueline Roque, signed in pencil by Picasso and numbered in pencil from the limited edition of 50.

Category

20th Century Modern Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Linocut

Achille LaugéThe Garden Near Cailhau By Achille Laugé, Circa 1896

$985,000

H 31.5 in W 37.88 in D 1.5 in

The Garden Near Cailhau By Achille Laugé

By Achille Laugé

Located in New Orleans, LA

Achille Laugé 1861-1944 French The Garden Near Cailhau Signed "A. Laugé 96" (lower left) Oil on canvas “Laugé’s art is one of great sensitivity and controlled reason; he is a mas...

Category

19th Century Post-Impressionist Vintage Athletic Posters

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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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

What is a vintage poster?
1 Answer
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.
How do I identify a vintage poster?
1 Answer
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.
How can you tell if a poster is vintage?
1 Answer
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.
Are vintage posters worth anything?
1 Answer
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.
What art style are vintage posters?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell if a vintage movie poster is real?
1 Answer
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.