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 Monaco Poster

The Guys With The Same Name

Picasso Lithographs The Human Comedy

Waterloo Painting

Grand Prix Car Poster

1977 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

This poster is for the 1977 Monaco Grand Prix, with the brilliant illustration design by Carpenter

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1970s Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Linen, Paper

1977 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster

$824

H 24 in W 16 in D 0.1 in

Large Original Vintage Car Racing Sport Event Poster - Monaco Grand Prix 1961

Located in London, GB

Original vintage sport poster for the 1961 Grand Prix Monaco Formula One motor race held on the

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1960s Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Large Original Vintage Car Racing Sport Event Poster - Monaco Grand Prix 1961

$10,311

H 61.23 in W 47.64 in D 0.04 in

Vintage 20thC Framed 1956 Monaco Grand Prix Poster By Jean Ramel c.1985

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A superb vintage 20th Century framed poster of the 1956 Monaco Grand Prix by Jean Ramel, featuring

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20th Century Monacan Other Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Acrylic, Wood, Paper

Vintage 20thC Framed 1956 Monaco Grand Prix Poster By Jean Ramel c.1985

$1,505

H 42.52 in W 29.53 in D 1.19 in

Vintage 20thC Framed 1950 Monaco Grand Prix Poster By Bernard Minne c.1983

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

poster is a reprint by the Monaco Automobile Club. CONDITION In Overall Good Vintage Condition - Wear in

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20th Century Monacan Other Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Acrylic, Wood, Paper

Vintage 20thC Framed 1950 Monaco Grand Prix Poster By Bernard Minne c.1983

$1,367

H 41.34 in W 28.35 in D 1.19 in

Vintage 20thC Framed 1948 Monaco Grand Prix Poster By Georges Hamel c.1985

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A superb vintage 20th-century framed poster commemorating the first Monaco Grand Prix after WWII

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20th Century Monacan Other Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Acrylic, Wood, Paper

Vintage 20thC Framed 1948 Monaco Grand Prix Poster By Georges Hamel c.1985

$1,367

H 42.52 in W 29.53 in D 1.19 in

Vintage 20thC Framed 1957 Monaco Grand Prix Poster By Bernard Minne c.1985

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A superb vintage 20th-century framed poster of the Monaco Grand Prix, designed by Bernard Minnie

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20th Century Monacan Other Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Acrylic, Wood, Paper

Vintage 20thC Framed 1957 Monaco Grand Prix Poster By Bernard Minne c.1985

$1,367

H 42.52 in W 29.53 in D 1.19 in

Vintage 20th Century Framed 1955 Monaco Grand Prix Poster By Jean Ramel c.1985

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

speeding through the streets of Monaco, driven by Maurice Trintignant. This poster was reproduced by the

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20th Century Monacan Other Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Acrylic, Wood, Paper

Vintage 20th Century Framed 1955 Monaco Grand Prix Poster By Jean Ramel c.1985

$1,367

H 42.52 in W 29.53 in D 1.19 in

Vintage 20th Century Framed 1957 Monaco Grand Prix Poster By Jean Ramel c.1985

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A superb vintage 20th Century framed poster of the 1957 Monaco Grand Prix, designed by Jean Ramel

Category

20th Century Monacan Other Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Acrylic, Wood, Paper

Vintage 20th Century Framed 1957 Monaco Grand Prix Poster By Jean Ramel c.1985

$1,367

H 42.52 in W 29.53 in D 1.19 in

1979 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

This poster is for the 1979 Monaco Grand Prix, with the brilliant illustration design showing the

Category

1970s French Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Linen, Paper

1979 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster

$790

H 24 in W 16 in D 0.1 in

1978 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

This poster is for the 1978 Monaco Grand Prix, with the brilliant illustration design showing the

Category

1970s French Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Linen, Paper

1978 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster

$790

H 24 in W 16 in D 0.1 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster 1931 by Falcucci

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster 1931 by Falcucci This poster is

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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster 1931 by Falcucci

$280

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Carlu, Original Art Deco Poster, Aquarium of Monaco, French Riviera, Fish, 1926

By Jean Carlu

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Art Deco poster created in 1926 by Jean Carlu for the promotion of the Oceanographic Museum

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20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Carlu, Original Art Deco Poster, Aquarium of Monaco, French Riviera, Fish, 1926

$52,759

H 42.13 in W 30.71 in D 0.4 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1935

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage Monaco grand prix car poster by Geo Ham, 1935 This poster is

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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1935

$280

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1936

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised Edition vintage Monaco Grand Prix car poster by Geo Ham 1936 This poster is advertising

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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1936

$280

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster 1955 by J. Ramel

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster 1955 by J. Ramel This poster is

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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster 1955 by J. Ramel

$280

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Original Vintage Motorsport Poster Monaco Grand Prix 1968 Formula One Race Art

By Michael Turner

Located in London, GB

Original vintage F1 motor sport poster for the Monaco Grand Prix 1968 on 25/26 May featuring a

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1960s French Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Motorsport Poster Monaco Grand Prix 1968 Formula One Race Art

$3,024

H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 0.04 in

School Wall Chart, Monaco

Located in Wolfurt, AT

MONACO(D) MONACO(DK) MONACO(E) MONACO(F) MONACO(GB) MONACO(I) MOMACO(NL) Foto: H. Hariz, Hamburg

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

School Wall Chart, Monaco

$275

H 28.35 in W 38.98 in D 3.55 in

1994 reprint of the Monaco World Drivers' Championship of 1960 by René Lorenzi

Located in PARIS, FR

Reprint of the Automobile Club de Monaco. Poster realized by René Lorenzi puts in scene the Grand

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1990s Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

1994 reprint of the Monaco World Drivers' Championship of 1960 by René Lorenzi, 1994

$959

H 35.83 in W 25.6 in

Original Vintage French Riviera Travel Poster Nice Roland Hugon Cote d'Azur

By Roland Hugon

Located in London, GB

Original vintage French Riviera travel advertising poster for Nice on the Cote d'Azur in France

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1950s Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage French Riviera Travel Poster Nice Roland Hugon Cote d'Azur

$2,680

H 38.98 in W 24.41 in D 0.04 in

Art Deco French Film Poster “le schpountz” de M.Pagnol

By Albert Johansson

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Film poster le Schpountz de Marcel Pagnol with Fernandel from the 40’s This film poster is made by

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1940s Monacan Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Art Deco French Film Poster “le schpountz” de M.Pagnol

$959

H 47.25 in W 31.5 in D 0.4 in

(after) Alphonse Mucha -- Poster for 'Monaco - Monte Carlo'

By (after) Alphonse Mucha

Located in BRUCE, ACT

(after) Alphonse Mucha Poster for 'Monaco - Monte Carlo' Reproduction Colour Lithograph of Original

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Late 20th Century Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Lithograph

(after) Alphonse Mucha
(after) Alphonse Mucha -- Poster for 'Monaco - Monte Carlo'

$980

H 23.63 in W 16.15 in

Monaco Exposition And Concours Automobiles - Lithographic Poster Signed

By Jules-Alexandre Grün

Located in Paris, IDF

Jules-Alexandre GRUN Monaco, exposition and concours automobiles Lithographic poster Signed in the

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20th Century Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Lithograph

Jules-Alexandre Grün
Monaco Exposition And Concours Automobiles - Lithographic Poster Signed

$347 Sale Price

35% Off

H 38.59 in W 25.6 in

Original 'Come to Monte Carlo, Monaco' vintage poster. Paradise on Earth!

Located in Spokane, WA

Original Come to Monte Carlo, Principality of Monaco vintage poster. Come to paradise on earth

Category

1950s American Realist Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Offset

Original 'Come to Monte Carlo, Monaco' vintage poster. Paradise on Earth!, 1950s

$311 Sale Price

20% Off

H 33.75 in W 22.5 in D 0.04 in

French Mid-Century Modern, Large Framed Racing Poster, Monaco Grand Prix, 1997

Located in Stamford, CT

French Mid-Century Modern, Large Framed Racing Poster, Monaco Grand Prix, 1997 Original vintage

Category

1990s Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

French Mid-Century Modern, Large Framed Racing Poster, Monaco Grand Prix, 1997, 1997

$3,250

H 72 in W 52.5 in D 1.75 in

Mountains, Large Pencil Signed Modernist Silkscreen Belgian Illustrator

By Jean Michel Folon

Located in Surfside, FL

, posters, wine labels, etc. Often involved in noble undertakings, such as working for world peace, for the

Category

20th Century Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Screen

Jean Michel Folon
Mountains, Large Pencil Signed Modernist Silkscreen Belgian Illustrator

$1,600

H 35.5 in W 39.5 in

Recent Sales

1966 Cecil Beaton CENTENAIRE de MONTE, CARLO Lithographic Poster in Colours

By Cecil Beaton

Located in Beirut, LB

“ Centenaire de Monte-Carlo “ 1966, rare big format lithographic poster for the celebration of

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1960s Monacan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Wood, Paper

1966 Cecil Beaton CENTENAIRE de MONTE, CARLO Lithographic Poster in Colours

H 50.01 in W 32.68 in D 0.04 in

Monaco 7 Grand Prix 1935 Limited Edition Poster by Geo Ham

By Geo Ham

Located in Sidcup, GB

Monaco 7 Grand Prix 1935 Limited Edition Poster by Geo Ham Limited Edition Print No 540/850 With

Category

1990s Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Lithograph

Vintage Monaco 7 Grand Prix 1935 Limited Edition Poster by Geo Ham

Geo Ham
Monaco 7 Grand Prix 1935 Limited Edition Poster by Geo Ham, 1990's

H 43.5 in W 31 in D 2 in

Large Original Vintage Car Racing Sport Event Poster - Monaco Grand Prix 1961

Located in London, GB

Original vintage sport poster for the 1961 Grand Prix Monaco Formula One motor race held on the

Category

1960s Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Large Original Vintage Car Racing Sport Event Poster - Monaco Grand Prix 1961, 1961

H 61.23 in W 47.64 in

Original Vintage Motorsport Poster Monaco Grand Prix 1968 Formula One Race Art

By Michael Turner

Located in London, GB

Original vintage F1 motor sport poster for the Monaco Grand Prix 1968 on 25/26 May featuring a

Category

1960s Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Michael Turner
Original Vintage Motorsport Poster Monaco Grand Prix 1968 Formula One Race Art, 1968

H 15.75 in W 23.63 in

20thC Reprint Of The Monaco 1931 Grandprix Poster c.1960

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A 20th Century Reprint (circa 1960s) of the Monaco 1931 Grand-prix poster, signed Falcucci, 30

Category

20th Century Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

20thC Reprint Of The Monaco 1931 Grandprix Poster c.1960

H 45.67 in W 32.29 in D 0.79 in

Original Vintage Travel Poster Advertising Monte Carlo, Monaco by J-G Domergue

By Jean-Gabriel Domergue

Located in London, GB

Original vintage travel poster advertising Monte Carlo by the French painter, Jean-Gabriel Domergue

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1950s Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Travel Poster Advertising Monte Carlo, Monaco by J-G Domergue

H 38.78 in D 24.41 in

Original Vintage Poster for the Monaco Grand Prix Formula One, 25-26 May 1968

By Michael Turner

Located in London, GB

Original vintage poster for the Monaco Grand Prix Formula One, 25-26 May 1968. Dynamic image of

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1960s Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Lithograph, Paper

Original Vintage Poster for the Monaco Grand Prix Formula One, 25-26 May 1968

H 15.95 in D 23.63 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1937

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco grand prix car poster by Geo Ham, 1937 This poster is

Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1937

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in L 39.38 in

Original Vintage Motorsport Poster Monaco Grand Prix 1970 Formula 1 Race Sailing

By Michael Turner

Located in London, GB

Original vintage sport poster for the Monaco Grand Prix 9-10 May 1970 featuring a dynamic

Category

1970s French Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Motorsport Poster Monaco Grand Prix 1970 Formula 1 Race Sailing

H 24.02 in W 15.75 in D 0.04 in

Original Vintage Motorsport Poster Monaco Grand Prix 1966 Formula One Race Art

By Michael Turner

Located in London, GB

Original vintage F1 motorsport poster for the Monaco GP 1966 featuring a great design by Michael

Category

1960s French Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Motorsport Poster Monaco Grand Prix 1966 Formula One Race Art

H 24.02 in W 15.75 in D 0.04 in

Original Vintage F1 Motorsport Poster Monaco Grand Prix 1966 Formula One Race

By Michael Turner

Located in London, GB

Original vintage F1 motorsport poster for the Monaco GP 1966 featuring a great design by Michael

Category

1960s French Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage F1 Motorsport Poster Monaco Grand Prix 1966 Formula One Race

H 24.02 in W 15.75 in D 0.04 in

Original Vintage Travel Poster Cet Ete Monte Carlo Summer Resort Monaco Riviera

Located in London, GB

Original vintage travel poster for This summer in... Cet ete a... Monte Carlo featuring a great

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1960s French Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Travel Poster Cet Ete Monte Carlo Summer Resort Monaco Riviera

H 38.98 in W 24.81 in D 0.04 in

Original Vintage Travel Poster Roquebrune Cap Martin Riviera Cote d'Azur France

By Guy Cambier

Located in London, GB

Original vintage travel poster for Roquebrune Cap Martin Riviera Cote d'Azur France featuring a

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1950s Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Travel Poster Roquebrune Cap Martin Riviera Cote d'Azur France

H 38.98 in W 24.41 in D 0.04 in

Original Vintage Travel Poster Monte Carlo Girl Pin Up Domergue Diving Board

By Jean-Gabriel Domergue

Located in London, GB

Original vintage travel poster for Monte Carlo featuring an elegant pin-up style image by the

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1950s Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Travel Poster Monte Carlo Girl Pin Up Domergue Diving Board

H 38.98 in W 24.41 in D 0.04 in

Original Vintage Monte Carlo Travel Poster Pin-Up Style Flower Girl by Domergue

By Jean-Gabriel Domergue

Located in London, GB

Original vintage travel poster issued by the Monaco Impremerie Nationale for Monte Carlo to promote

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1950s Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Monte Carlo Travel Poster Pin-Up Style Flower Girl by Domergue

H 38.98 in W 24.41 in L 38.98 in

Original Vintage Travel Poster For Monte Carlo Diving Board Girl Pin Up Design

By Jean-Gabriel Domergue

Located in London, GB

Original vintage travel poster for Monte Carlo featuring an elegant pin-up style image by the

Category

1950s Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Travel Poster For Monte Carlo Diving Board Girl Pin Up Design

H 38.98 in W 24.41 in D 0.04 in

Monaco by Jean Cocteau, 1959 - Original Lithograph Poster

By Jean Cocteau

Located in New York, NY

Artist: Jean Cocteau Medium: Original Lithograph Poster, 1959 Dimensions: 25.5 x 19.5 in, 64.8 x

Category

1950s Surrealist Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Lithograph

Jean Cocteau
Monaco by Jean Cocteau, 1959 - Original Lithograph Poster, 1959

H 25.5 in W 19.5 in

ERTE 'Monaco'

By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This 1994 poster titled Monaco is a stunning example of Erté's celebrated work in fashion

Category

1990s Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Offset

ERTE 'Monaco', 1994

H 36 in W 26.25 in

Original poster for the 22nd Grand Prix of Monaco in 1964 - Formula 1 racing

Located in PARIS, FR

Beautiful poster of May for the 22nd Grand Prix of Monaco in 1964. The 1964 Monaco Grand Prix (XXII

Category

1960s Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Linen, Paper, Lithograph

J. May
Original poster for the 22nd Grand Prix of Monaco in 1964 - Formula 1 racing, 1964

H 23.23 in W 15.36 in

Train Silkscreen Hand Signed Belgian Modernist Folon

By Jean Michel Folon

Located in Surfside, FL

Palate of the Congresses of Monaco. Its posters are exposed to the Museum of the Poster with Lahti, in

Category

20th Century Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Screen

Jean Michel Folon
Train Silkscreen Hand Signed Belgian Modernist Folon

H 35.5 in W 39.5 in

Mountains, Large Pencil Signed Modernist Silkscreen Belgian Illustrator

By Jean Michel Folon

Located in Surfside, FL

Monaco. Its posters are exposed to the Museum of the Poster with Lahti, in Finland, and with the Museum

Category

20th Century Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Screen

Jean Michel Folon
Mountains, Large Pencil Signed Modernist Silkscreen Belgian Illustrator

H 35.5 in W 39.5 in

Train Silkscreen Hand Signed Belgian Modernist Folon

By Jean Michel Folon

Located in Surfside, FL

in Aubusson a tapestry of 80 m2 for the Palate of the Congresses of Monaco. Its posters are exposed

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20th Century Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Screen

Jean Michel Folon
Train Silkscreen Hand Signed Belgian Modernist Folon

H 35.5 in W 39.5 in

Mountains, Large Pencil Signed Modernist Silkscreen Belgian Illustrator

By Jean Michel Folon

Located in Surfside, FL

Palate of the Congresses of Monaco. Its posters are exposed to the Museum of the Poster with Lahti, in

Category

20th Century Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Screen

Jean Michel Folon
Mountains, Large Pencil Signed Modernist Silkscreen Belgian Illustrator

H 35.5 in W 39.5 in

1957 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

This poster is for the 1957 Monaco Grand Prix, with the brilliant illustration design by B. Minne

Category

1950s Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Linen, Paper

1957 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster

H 39.2 in W 26.7 in D 0.1 in

1955 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

This poster is for the 1955 Monaco Grand Prix, with the brilliant illustration design by Jean Ramel

Category

1950s Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Linen, Paper

1955 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster

H 39.2 in W 26.7 in D 0.1 in

20thC Reprint Of The Monaco 1932 Grandprix Poster c.1960

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A 20th Century Reprint (circa 1960s) of the Monaco 1932 Grand-prix poster, signed Falcucci, 32

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20th Century Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

20thC Reprint Of The Monaco 1932 Grandprix Poster c.1960

H 45.67 in W 32.29 in D 0.79 in

20thC Reprint Of Monaco 1952 Grandprix Poster, B. Minna c.1960

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A mid 20th Century reprint (c. 1960s) Monaco 1952 Grand-prix poster, signed B. Minna. This superb

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20th Century Monacan Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Paper

20thC Reprint Of Monaco 1952 Grandprix Poster, B. Minna c.1960

H 45.67 in W 32.29 in D 0.79 in

1971 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

This poster is for the 1971 Monaco Grand Prix, with the brilliant illustration design by Carpenter

Category

1970s French Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Linen, Paper

1971 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster

H 25 in W 19 in D 0.1 in

Framed 20th Century Reprint Of Monaco 1937 Grand Prix Poster

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Beautiful framed poster of the August 8th 1937 Grand Prix de Monaco. The poster is a later reprint

Category

Late 20th Century French Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Linen, Paper

Framed 20th Century Reprint Of Monaco 1937 Grand Prix Poster

H 37.07 in W 29.6 in D 1.1 in

Authorized Edition Vintage "Monaco Grand Prix Car" Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage "Monaco Grand Prix car" poster by Geo Ham, 1933 This poster is

Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorized Edition Vintage "Monaco Grand Prix Car" Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorized Edition Vintage "Monaco Grand Prix Car" Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage "Monaco Grand Prix car" poster by Geo Ham, 1933 This poster is

Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorized Edition Vintage "Monaco Grand Prix Car" Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorized Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage Monaco Grand Prix car poster by Geo Ham, 1933 This poster is

Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorized Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorized Edition Vintage "Monaco Grand Prix Car" Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage "Monaco Grand Prix car" poster by Geo Ham, 1933 This poster is

Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorized Edition Vintage "Monaco Grand Prix Car" Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorized Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage Monaco Grand Prix car poster by Geo Ham, 1933 This poster is

Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorized Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1933

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1933 This poster is

Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1933

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1935

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised edition vintage Monaco grand prix car poster by Geo Ham 1935 This poster is

Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1935

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1934

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised Edition vintage Monaco Grand Prix car poster by Geo Ham 1934 This poster is

Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1934

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1935

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised edition vintage Monaco grand prix car poster by Geo Ham 1935 This poster is

Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Monaco Poster

Materials

Other

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1935

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1934

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1934 This poster is

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Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1934

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1936

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1936 This poster is

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Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1936

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorized Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage Monaco Grand Prix car poster by Geo Ham, 1933 This poster is

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Authorized Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1935

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised edition vintage Monaco grand prix car poster by Geo Ham 1935 This poster is

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Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1935

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorized Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage Monaco Grand Prix car poster by Geo Ham, 1933 This poster is

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Authorized Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorized Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage Monaco Grand Prix car poster by Geo Ham, 1933 This poster is

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Authorized Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1935

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage Monaco grand prix car poster by Geo Ham, 1935 This poster is

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Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham, 1935

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1936

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised Edition vintage Monaco Grand Prix car poster by Geo Ham 1936 This poster is

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Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1936

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Authorized Edition Vintage "Monaco Grand Prix Car" Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage "Monaco Grand Prix car" poster by Geo Ham, 1933 This poster is

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Authorized Edition Vintage "Monaco Grand Prix Car" Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorized Edition Vintage "Monaco Grand Prix Car" Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage "Monaco Grand Prix car" poster by Geo Ham, 1933 This poster is

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Authorized Edition Vintage "Monaco Grand Prix Car" Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorized Edition Vintage "Monaco Grand Prix Car" Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorized edition vintage "Monaco Grand Prix car" poster by Geo Ham, 1933 This poster is

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Authorized Edition Vintage "Monaco Grand Prix Car" Poster by Geo Ham, 1933

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1934

By Geo Ham

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Authorised Edition vintage Monaco Grand Prix car poster by Geo Ham 1934 This poster is advertising

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Authorised Edition Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Car Poster by Geo Ham 1934

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0 in

Original Vintage Motorsport Poster Monaco Grand Prix 1966 Formula One Race Art

By Michael Turner

Located in London, GB

Original vintage F1 motorsport poster for the Monaco GP 1966 featuring a great design by Michael

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Original Vintage Motorsport Poster Monaco Grand Prix 1966 Formula One Race Art

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Original Vintage Poster 1969 Rallye Monte Carlo Rally Racing Motor Sport Monaco

Located in London, GB

Original vintage motor sport poster for the 1969 Rallye Monte-Carlo featuring iconic logo with the

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Original Vintage Poster 1969 Rallye Monte Carlo Rally Racing Motor Sport Monaco

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Monte Carlo Flower Girl - Original Vintage Travel Advertising Poster by Domergue

By Jean-Gabriel Domergue

Located in London, GB

Original vintage travel poster issued by the Monaco Impremerie Nationale to promote tourism to the

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Monte Carlo Flower Girl - Original Vintage Travel Advertising Poster by Domergue

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Original Vintage Travel Poster Monte Carlo Diving Board Girl Pin Up Domergue

By Jean-Gabriel Domergue

Located in London, GB

Original vintage travel poster for Monte Carlo featuring an elegant pin-up style image by the

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Original Vintage Travel Poster Monte Carlo Diving Board Girl Pin Up Domergue

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Original Vintage Monte Carlo Poster by Domergue Featuring Girl on a Diving Board

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several pin-up style posters featuring pretty young ladies to promote Monte-Carlo, Monaco. Very good

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Located in London, GB

Original vintage travel poster advertising Monte Carlo by the French painter Jean-Gabriel Domergue

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Original Vintage Monte Carlo Travel Poster Ft. Pin Up Style Girl On Diving Board

H 38.98 in W 24.81 in D 0.04 in

18th Grand Prix Automobile Monaco 1960 - Lithographic Poster Signed

Located in Paris, IDF

Jules-Alexandre GRUN 18th Grand Prix Automobile Monaco 1960 Lithographic poster Signed in the

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René Lorenzi
18th Grand Prix Automobile Monaco 1960 - Lithographic Poster Signed

H 35.44 in W 25.6 in

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Vintage Monaco Poster For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic vintage Monaco poster available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, other and paper, every vintage Monaco poster was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage Monaco poster — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A vintage Monaco poster is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one vintage Monaco poster that is appealing in its simplicity, but Geo Ham, Jean-Gabriel Domergue and Michael Turner produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Monaco Poster?

The average selling price for a vintage Monaco poster at 1stDibs is $237, while they’re typically $197 on the low end and $9,391 for the highest priced.

Questions About Vintage Monaco Poster

What is a vintage poster?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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.