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"The Coronation of Poppea" 1976 Opera Signed Poster
"The Coronation of Poppea" 1976 Opera Signed Poster

"The Coronation of Poppea" 1976 Opera Signed Poster

Located in Pasadena, TX

This poster comes from Houston Grand Opera production. The Opera was conducted in 1976. It signed

Category

Late 20th Century American Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Paper

1988 Louis Vuitton Sydney Opera House Balloon Original Vintage Poster
1988 Louis Vuitton Sydney Opera House Balloon Original Vintage Poster

1988 Louis Vuitton Sydney Opera House Balloon Original Vintage Poster

By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)

Located in Winchester, GB

balloon styled as the iconic Sydney Opera House, this poster was created in 1988 for the Bicentennial

Category

1980s French Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Paper

Original Poster-Paul Colin-Bouffes Parisiens-Music Hall-Opera, 1964
Original Poster-Paul Colin-Bouffes Parisiens-Music Hall-Opera, 1964

Original Poster-Paul Colin-Bouffes Parisiens-Music Hall-Opera, 1964

By Paul Colin

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

"Original Poster-Paul Colin-Bouffes Parisiens-Music Hall-Opera Promotion poster for the comedy

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Paper

Marc Chagall Original Poster PARIS L'Opera Romeo and Juliette, 1964
Marc Chagall Original Poster PARIS L'Opera Romeo and Juliette, 1964

Marc Chagall Original Poster PARIS L'Opera Romeo and Juliette, 1964

By (after) Marc Chagall

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Original poster Marc Chagall PARIS L'Opera, Le plafond de Chagall (detail) Romeo & Juliette. Made

Category

1960s French Modern Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Paper

Brenet, Original Boat Poster, Paris Cafe Opera, Cruise Line, Chargeur Reuni 1950
Brenet, Original Boat Poster, Paris Cafe Opera, Cruise Line, Chargeur Reuni 1950

Brenet, Original Boat Poster, Paris Cafe Opera, Cruise Line, Chargeur Reuni 1950

By Albert Brenet

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This poster of the Compagnie maritime des Chargeurs reunions was produced around 1950 by Albert

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Paper

The Phantom of the Opera / Il Fantasma Dell' Opera
The Phantom of the Opera / Il Fantasma Dell' Opera

The Phantom of the Opera / Il Fantasma Dell' Opera

Located in London, GB

Original Italian film poster for the 1943 Horror film The Phantom of the Opera. This film was

Category

1940s Italian Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Paper

The Phantom of the Opera
The Phantom of the Opera

The Phantom of the Opera

Located in London, GB

Original British fHammer Horror film poster for the 1962. This film starred Herbert Lom and

Category

1960s British Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Paper

Rayon Des Soieries Opera Bouffe En Un Acte, circa 1930
Rayon Des Soieries Opera Bouffe En Un Acte, circa 1930

Rayon Des Soieries Opera Bouffe En Un Acte, circa 1930

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Water Mill, NY

Rayon des Soieries: Opera Bouffe En Un Acte Lithographic poster in black and yellow by Maurice

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Opera Poster

L’uccello Bianco Poster
L’uccello Bianco Poster

L’uccello Bianco Poster

Located in New York, NY

L’uccello Bianco Poster. Vintage Neapolitan Opera Festival promotional poster, newly framed. Italy

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Paper

Marc Chagall Lithograph 41" x 27" Large Scale Metropolitan Opera NYC by Mourlot
Marc Chagall Lithograph 41" x 27" Large Scale Metropolitan Opera NYC by Mourlot

Marc Chagall Lithograph 41" x 27" Large Scale Metropolitan Opera NYC by Mourlot

By (after) Marc Chagall

Located in Atlanta, GA

Large scale color lithograph by Marc Chagall for The New York Metropolitan Opera in NYC, and

Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

1950s Mid-Century Modern Albisola Ceramic Italian Vide-Poche by Ivos Pacetti
1950s Mid-Century Modern Albisola Ceramic Italian Vide-Poche by Ivos Pacetti

1950s Mid-Century Modern Albisola Ceramic Italian Vide-Poche by Ivos Pacetti

By Ivos Pacetti

Located in Aci Castello, IT

by renowned artist Ivos Pacetti. The rectangular tray features colorful vintage Italian opera posters

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Ceramic

Original "Spoleto 1974, Lulu Opera' vintage poster
Original "Spoleto 1974, Lulu Opera' vintage poster

Original "Spoleto 1974, Lulu Opera' vintage poster

By Richard Lindner

Located in Spokane, WA

Original linen-backed 1974 Spoleto poster. Roman Polanski directed Alban Berg's opera LuLu at the

Category

1970s Abstract Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Lithograph

A NIGHT AT THE OPERA  1936 Belgian Film Movie Poster Marx Brothers
A NIGHT AT THE OPERA  1936 Belgian Film Movie Poster Marx Brothers

A NIGHT AT THE OPERA 1936 Belgian Film Movie Poster Marx Brothers

Located in Bath, Somerset

Original first-year-of-release Belgian film poster for the Marx Bros classic A Night at the Opera

Category

20th Century French Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Linen, Paper

Banana (original drawing on paper)
Banana (original drawing on paper)

Banana (original drawing on paper)

By David Hockney

Located in Aventura, FL

landscapes, the artist’s oeuvre ranges from collaged photography and opera posters to Cubist-inspired

Category

1980s Pop Art Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Paper, Crayon, Pastel

New York City Opera
New York City Opera

New York City Opera

By Richard Anuszkiewicz

Located in New York, NY

Richard Anuszkiewicz New York City Opera, 1968 Silkscreen poster 35 x 25 inches Unsigned

Category

1960s Op Art Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Screen

Title Page (from the Blue Guitar portfolio), hand signed
Title Page (from the Blue Guitar portfolio), hand signed

Title Page (from the Blue Guitar portfolio), hand signed

By David Hockney

Located in Aventura, FL

oeuvre ranges from collaged photography and opera posters to Cubist-inspired abstractions and plein-air

Category

1970s Pop Art Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Paper, Etching, Aquatint

Vintage Piero Fornasetti Gilt Porcelain Dish Cigar Ashtray Otello Opera Italy
Vintage Piero Fornasetti Gilt Porcelain Dish Cigar Ashtray Otello Opera Italy

Vintage Piero Fornasetti Gilt Porcelain Dish Cigar Ashtray Otello Opera Italy

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in San Diego, CA

Superb vintage 20th century Piero Fornasetti porcelain cigar ashtray, after the original poster for

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Porcelain

Mixed Media Sculptural Painting "Juggler" Modernist
Mixed Media Sculptural Painting "Juggler" Modernist

Mixed Media Sculptural Painting "Juggler" Modernist

By Alexander Raymond Katz

Located in Surfside, FL

appointed the Director of Posters for the Chicago Civic Opera in 1930. During the Great Depression, notable

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Mixed Media

After David Hockney-Teresa Russell: XVI RIP Arles-
After David Hockney-Teresa Russell: XVI RIP Arles-

After David Hockney-Teresa Russell: XVI RIP Arles-

By David Hockney

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This first edition exhibition poster, titled Teresa Russell: XVI RIP Arles, was created by David

Category

20th Century Pop Art Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Offset

Aida Met Opera Poster
Aida Met Opera Poster

Aida Met Opera Poster

By Paul Wunderlich

Located in New York, NY

Paul Wunderlich, "Aida" from the 1978 series "Metropolitan Opera Fine Art Posters." The face of

Category

1970s Contemporary Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Lithograph

Madama Butterfly Met Opera Poster
Madama Butterfly Met Opera Poster

Madama Butterfly Met Opera Poster

By Larry Rivers

Located in New York, NY

Larry Rivers, "Madame Butterfly" from the 1978 series "Metropolitan Opera Fine Art Posters." A

Category

1970s Realist Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Lithograph

Hagith Opera Polish Poster by Tadeusz Gryglewski, 1960s
Hagith Opera Polish Poster by Tadeusz Gryglewski, 1960s

Hagith Opera Polish Poster by Tadeusz Gryglewski, 1960s

Located in Tarnowskie Gory, Sląskie

'Hagith' opera poster by Tadeusz Gryglewski, 1960s. Designed fSilesian Opera House (Poland

Category

1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Paper

Salome Opera Polish Poster by Marek Mosiński, 1970s
Salome Opera Polish Poster by Marek Mosiński, 1970s

Salome Opera Polish Poster by Marek Mosiński, 1970s

Located in Tarnowskie Gory, Sląskie

'Salome' opera poster by Marek Mosinski, 1978. Designed for Strauss opera in Silesian Opera House

Category

1970s Polish Modern Vintage Opera Poster

Materials

Paper

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Vintage Opera Poster For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage opera poster for your needs in our varied inventory. There are many Modern and Abstract versions of these works for sale. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage opera poster among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those made as recently as the 20th Century. On 1stDibs, the right vintage opera poster is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes beige, red and gray. Finding an appealing vintage opera poster — no matter the origin — is easy, but (after) David Hockney, Albert Brenet, David Hockney, Leopoldo Metlicovitz and Richard Anuszkiewicz each produced popular versions that are worth a look. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in lithograph, offset print and paper.

How Much is a Vintage Opera Poster?

A vintage opera poster can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $500, while the lowest priced sells for $225 and the highest can go for as much as $35,000.
Questions About Vintage Opera Poster
  • 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.