Vintage Event Posters

This 1947 poster not only promotes a specific event but also captures the spirit of a historical moment when European countries were seeking to rebuild connections and foster peace t...

The poster not only promoted the city as an Olympic host but also showcased Grenoble's emergence as a modern, dynamic urban center capable of hosting such a prestigious international...

Beautiful poster created for a twelve-hour event at Symphony Space in New York on March 13, 1982, from 11 am to 11 pm.

This striking 1986 original poster was created for the cultural event Saison de Tokyo à Paris, a major artistic exchange organized by the City of Paris and the City of Tokyo.

This striking poster was created to promote the first Jeux de l’Amitié, an event held from April 11 to April 21, 1963.

The 1971 Prix d'Amérique poster by Mathieu for the Loterie Nationale is a striking example of mid-20th-century French graphic design, capturing the essence of one of France's most pr...

The integration of sponsor logos and event details reflects the growing professionalization of motorsport at the time, while still preserving the aesthetic ambition of illustrated po...

References to figures such as Patrice Lumumba and calls for African independence anchor the image in real historical events. These details situate the poster firmly within the contex...

The Lithuanian title, “Respublikinės moksleivių raketų sporto varžybos,” translates precisely as “Republican schoolchildren’s rocket sport competitions,” meaning a regional-level con...

This grounding in real events reinforces the poster’s dual function as both satire and moral instruction.

Producing posters for London Transport and Shell, inter alia, between 1928 and 1958, many of his posters depict sporting events.

The message at the bottom of the poster, also handwritten, adds a personal note, reinforcing the artist’s connection with the event and its audience.

Originally produced for Bertone's anniversary celebrations, promotional events, and corporate exhibitions, this poster was issued in relatively limited quantities.

Producing posters for London Transport and Shell, inter alia, between 1928 and 1958, many of his posters depict sporting events.

Original linen backed 1949 International Jumping Steeple Chase Van Gent poster. The events were held at the Royal Cercle Equestre Gent; at the Feestpaleis The Royal Cercle Eque...

The text clearly announces the categories (300–500 cm³) and the connection to the celebrated 24 Hours, reinforcing the event’s international appeal. Today, this poster stands as a v...

This poster illustrates art's ability to capture the wonder of nature while communicating the festive spirit of the event.

For the 1972 Munich Olympics, Lapicque created one of the official posters. This event marked the first time that the Olympics used a series of posters designed by different artists ...

The 1973 Soviet propaganda poster you’ve shared is a powerful visual tribute to the enduring legacy of the Bolshevik Revolution, a pivotal event in Russian history.

Exhibition poster for an event held in 1984 highlighting the drawings of Kokoschka and Gustav Klimt 1906-1924 at Palazzo Della Permanente in Milan Italy.

Ellsworth Kelly's association with this exhibition at the Galerie Maeght in 1951 further reinforces the importance of this event and of the poster itself. It underlines Kelly's signi...

The annual Paris Fair was a large international industrial exhibition that attracted not only manufacturers from around the world, but also posterists who vied for the honor of havin...

The strong typography and detailed event information underline the poster’s original function as a promotional announcement while contributing to its striking visual impact.

The 1958 original poster for the San Fermín festival in Pamplona stands as a captivating piece of mid-20th-century festival art, brimming with the energy and excitement that define t...

This hardcover book, published by Harry Abrams in 1980, presents a visually rich collection of posters advertising events at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City.

Produced both as promotional material and as collectible artworks, they often featured original designs created specifically for the event. Today, these posters are valued not only a...

This Santa Barbara Championship poster would have been printed in a very low number based on the fact that is was only a 2-day event.

The orchestras of Jean de Smet and Vincent Casino, with Bob Martin, provided the lively and enchanting musical backdrop that made the Bal du Moulin Rouge an unmissable event in 1950s...

Producing posters for London Transport and Shell, inter alia, between 1928 and 1958, many of his posters depict sporting events.

By highlighting these events, the poster sought to evoke anger and resentment towards the British and reinforce the notion of their perceived imperialistic aggression.

The original poster for the "III. Internationales ADAC 500KM RENNEN" in 1962 encapsulates the excitement and prestige of this iconic motorsport event.

Produced decades after the events it depicts, the poster is less about documenting history than about shaping memory.

Soccer games were played quite often, allowing the local team to advertise their events without reprinting a new poster for each game or event.

It is not only a promotional piece but also a testament to the enduring impact of graphic design in enhancing and celebrating cultural events. Original Poster Music - Education - P...

Symbols like fire extinguishers or helmets represent safety and preparedness. More than just an event announcement, this poster served as a visual tool for public education.

Mark Rennie was the owner of Club Nine in South of Market, one of the few locations which hosted the artist for the very event where Haring offered these posters to promote Emporium ...

Linen backed French vintage automotive racing poster. Event: 24 Heures du Mans Date: 11.6.1978 Track: Circuit de la Sarthe, Le Mans (F), 13.640 kms Linen backed 24 Heures du Mans. ...

From leisure, as in entertainment, to the practical, like legal documentation and recording important events, are displayed in this poster. These benefits are shown in eight small wi...

In addition to promoting the event, this poster serves as a historical document, providing insight into the design aesthetics and advertising strategies of the early 1950s.

This poster highlights the artist's artistic ingenuity while conveying the practical spirit of the event.

This piece remains a poignant reminder of an era when air travel was still an event, and posters like these invited the world to take part in a new age of elegance, exploration, and ...

Produced in association with Genesee Beer, presented as the event’s official sponsor, the poster captures the excitement and prestige surrounding American Formula One racing during t...

It situates the image clearly in time and place, reinforcing the poster’s role not only as advertising but also as a historical record of a major international sporting event.

Created specifically to promote his participation in this major artistic event, this poster testifies to Magritte's growing importance on the international art scene.

This 1989 original poster by renowned Belgian artist Pierre Alechinsky was created for the Festival d'Automne à Paris, one of the city's most significant cultural events.

The original poster for the event, designed by Pelperin, has since become a cherished piece of memorabilia, embodying the spirit of this nostalgic journey through France.

The Palais de Chaillot, home to the Musée de la Marine, provided an iconic venue for this prestigious exhibition, further underscoring the event's importance. Today, the poster by A...

His work was featured on postage stamps, official event posters, and public commissions, reflecting his role as a cultural ambassador.

Set against a muted, open background, the layered imagery creates a sense of quiet narrative and introspection, while the clean typography below anchors the work within its context a...

It was not simply a logo or a series of posters, but a comprehensive design program that transformed how global events build their visual identity.

Issued for the Edinburgh Festival, one of Europe’s most prestigious cultural events, this poster highlights both Scotland’s artistic heritage and Mackintosh’s enduring influence on 2...

Its dynamic use of assemblage and bold, abstract design capture the energy and complexity of Roland Garros, making it a standout example of how art can celebrate and reinterpret spor...

At the heart of this dynamic event was the captivating poster crafted by the artist Bizuth, an emblematic piece that not only beckoned enthusiasts to the exhibition but also encapsul...

Producing posters for London Transport and Shell, inter alia, between 1928 and 1958, many of his posters depict sporting events.

He constantly drew, entered art contests, and produced posters for school events. When war raged in 1942, Neiman dropped out of school and enlisted in the Army.

Producing posters for London Transport and Shell, inter alia, between 1928 and 1958, many of his posters depict sporting events.

He is also noted for his London Underground poster for Speedway events dated 1928. He was the son of the artist James Allen Shuffrey (1859 - 1939).

Peter Max also directed his creative energy to important global events and has produced posters for many such events, including Summit of the Americas, Gorbachev's State of the World...