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Vintage Paper Kites

Tsugaru Kite Design, Ink On Washi Paper
Tsugaru Kite Design, Ink On Washi Paper

Tsugaru Kite Design, Ink On Washi Paper

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-20th century Japanese Tsugaru kite design work on washi paper, featuring a vividly rendered figural composition in bold, graphic color.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Vintage Paper Kites

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Paper

Rudolf von Huhn "Kites and Gusts" Gouache on Wove Paper 1955
Rudolf von Huhn "Kites and Gusts" Gouache on Wove Paper 1955

Rudolf von Huhn "Kites and Gusts" Gouache on Wove Paper 1955

By Rudolf Von Huhn

Located in Camden, ME

Executed in 1955, Kites and Gusts is a refined example of mid-century American geometric abstraction by Rudolf von Huhn (1884–1968).

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1950s Constructivist Vintage Paper Kites

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Paper, Ink, Gouache

Oriental Kites II in Brown
Oriental Kites II in Brown

Oriental Kites II in Brown

By Manfred Schwartz

Located in Astoria, NY

Poland, 1909-1970), Oriental Kites II in Brown, Lithograph on Paper, circa 1965, numbered edition "6/50" lower left, each signed in pencil and with the artist's signature stamped low...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

Picnic & Kite Abstract Landscape Lithograph, Signed, 76/200, Framed
Picnic & Kite Abstract Landscape Lithograph, Signed, 76/200, Framed

Picnic & Kite Abstract Landscape Lithograph, Signed, 76/200, Framed

By Katherine Chang Liu

Located in Soquel, CA

Gorgeous abstract landscape lithograph of an outdoor picnic scene with kite by Katherine Chang Liu, (American, 20th century). Hand signed lower right. Numbered: 76/200. Displayed in ...

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1990s Abstract Impressionist Vintage Paper Kites

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Archival Paper, Lithograph

Surreal Brooklyn Bridge with Blue Sky Golden Windows and Red Kite
Surreal Brooklyn Bridge with Blue Sky Golden Windows and Red Kite

Surreal Brooklyn Bridge with Blue Sky Golden Windows and Red Kite

By Mitchell Funk

Located in Miami, FL

The resulting image, "Surreal Brooklyn Bridge with Blue Sky Golden Windows and Red Kite," is generations ahead of its time and looks as fresh and cutting edge today as it did 54 year...

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1970s Surrealist Vintage Paper Kites

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

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"Monk with Kite"
"Monk with Kite"

"Monk with Kite"

By William Hoey

Located in Austin, TX

By William Hoey 8" x 5" - Pencil on paper Framed Size: 14.25" x 9.25"

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20th Century Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Archival Paper, Pencil

Oriental Kites II in Blue
Oriental Kites II in Blue

Oriental Kites II in Blue

By Manfred Schwartz

Located in Astoria, NY

Poland, 1909-1970), Oriental Kites II in Blue, Lithograph on Paper, circa 1965, numbered edition "47/50" lower left, each signed in pencil and with the artist's signature stamped low...

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1960s Modern Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

"Obi" Kite by Michael Thompson
"Obi" Kite by Michael Thompson

"Obi" Kite by Michael Thompson

Located in Chicago, IL

Both traditional objects, constructed with split bamboo and stretched muslin, as well as contemporary sculptures that combine large scale collage with the aesthetic of the abstract, ...

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20th Century American Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Bamboo, Muslin, Paper

Antique Traditional Japanese Kite, circa 1940
Antique Traditional Japanese Kite, circa 1940

Antique Traditional Japanese Kite, circa 1940

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Antique traditional Japanese kite. By unknown manufacturer from Japan, circa 1940.

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1940s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Paper

"Calcutta Ruins" Kite by Michael Thompson
"Calcutta Ruins" Kite by Michael Thompson

"Calcutta Ruins" Kite by Michael Thompson

Located in Chicago, IL

Both traditional objects, constructed with split bamboo and stretched muslin, as well as contemporary sculptures that combine large scale collage with the aesthetic of the abstract, ...

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20th Century Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Bamboo, Canvas, Paper

"Palace Room" Kite by Michael Thompson
"Palace Room" Kite by Michael Thompson

"Palace Room" Kite by Michael Thompson

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H 37.5 in W 59 in D 4 in

"Palace Room" Kite by Michael Thompson

Located in Chicago, IL

Both traditional objects, constructed with split bamboo and stretched muslin, as well as contemporary sculptures that combine large scale collage with the aesthetic of the abstract, ...

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20th Century Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Bamboo, Muslin, Paper

"Idyllic Landscape" Kite by Michael Thompson
"Idyllic Landscape" Kite by Michael Thompson

"Idyllic Landscape" Kite by Michael Thompson

Located in Chicago, IL

Both traditional objects, constructed with split bamboo and stretched muslin, as well as contemporary sculptures that combine large scale collage with the aesthetic of the abstract, ...

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20th Century American Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Bamboo, Canvas, Paper

"Floating Scholars" Kite by Michael Thompson
"Floating Scholars" Kite by Michael Thompson

"Floating Scholars" Kite by Michael Thompson

Located in Chicago, IL

A large scale collage, by artist Michael Thompson, made from bamboo, muslin, and ink on paper.

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20th Century Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Bamboo, Muslin, Paper, Ink

Vintage William Gatewood Mixed Media Diptych Collage Kite & Kimonos 70"
Vintage William Gatewood Mixed Media Diptych Collage Kite & Kimonos 70"

Vintage William Gatewood Mixed Media Diptych Collage Kite & Kimonos 70"

Located in Dayton, OH

"William Gatewood original mixed media collage titled Kite and Kimonos. William Gatewood (1943-1994) is known for Japanese image paintings, wood and paper structures.

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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Hardwood, Paint, Paper

Contemporary Framed Signed Charley Harper Everglade Kite Ford Times 1957 w COA
Contemporary Framed Signed Charley Harper Everglade Kite Ford Times 1957 w COA

Contemporary Framed Signed Charley Harper Everglade Kite Ford Times 1957 w COA

By Charley Harper

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a lovely, framed, estate stamped, limited edition of 100 Charley Harper "Everglade Kite Ford Times" 1957 silkscreen. In excellent condition. The dimensions ...

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1950s Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Paper

Original Signed & Dated Mix Media Postmodern Boxed Acrylic Art Piece
Original Signed & Dated Mix Media Postmodern Boxed Acrylic Art Piece

Original Signed & Dated Mix Media Postmodern Boxed Acrylic Art Piece

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare signed and dated original mix media piece from 1979. part of the paper plait kite series , boxed in plexy nice condition due to age.

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20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Paper Kites

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Acrylic, Paper

Oil Painting - Kite Making
Oil Painting - Kite Making

Oil Painting - Kite Making

By Raúl Gárez

Located in Houston, TX

Oil on paper painting of a boy constructing a small kite while seated by Argentine artist Raúl Gárez, circa 1960.

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1960s Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Oil, Paper

Running Through the Field with a Kite - Multi Layer Etching on Paper
Running Through the Field with a Kite - Multi Layer Etching on Paper

Running Through the Field with a Kite - Multi Layer Etching on Paper

By Alan Sanborn

Located in Soquel, CA

A woman is running through a lush field, holding a kite. The outlines are slightly jittery, giving the piece a sense of movement.

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1970s Modern Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Paper, Ink, Etching

Original Vintage Poster Kandinsky Graphic Works Exhibition Munich Bauhaus Kites
Original Vintage Poster Kandinsky Graphic Works Exhibition Munich Bauhaus Kites

Original Vintage Poster Kandinsky Graphic Works Exhibition Munich Bauhaus Kites

By Wassily Kandinsky

Located in London, GB

Original vintage advertising poster for an exhibition of graphic works by the notable abstract artist Wassily Kandinsky (1866-1944) held at the Stadtische Gallery in Lenbachhaus Muni...

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1960s German Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Paper

Mid Century Abstracted Landscape -- Flying A Kite at the Beach
Mid Century Abstracted Landscape -- Flying A Kite at the Beach

Mid Century Abstracted Landscape -- Flying A Kite at the Beach

By Irene Pattinson

Located in Soquel, CA

Playful abstracted watercolor of a beach scene by Irene Pattinson (American, 1909-1999). Signed and dated "Irene Pattinson 1959" in the lower right corner. Presented in a new French ...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Paper, Watercolor, Pen

Set of 4 Antique Bird's Eggs Prints Shoveller - Ruff - Kite - Nuthatch - Dipper
Set of 4 Antique Bird's Eggs Prints Shoveller - Ruff - Kite - Nuthatch - Dipper

Set of 4 Antique Bird's Eggs Prints Shoveller - Ruff - Kite - Nuthatch - Dipper

Located in Langweer, NL

Set of four antique bird's eggs prints including the egg of a tawny owl, ruff, golden eagle, sand martin, redwing, nuthatch, sea gull, crossbill, lapwing, dipper, spoonbill, curlew, ...

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20th Century Vintage Paper Kites

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Paper

Pair of 1950s Frederick Weinberg "Box Kite" Floor Lamps with Two Shelves
Pair of 1950s Frederick Weinberg "Box Kite" Floor Lamps with Two Shelves

Pair of 1950s Frederick Weinberg "Box Kite" Floor Lamps with Two Shelves

By Frederic Weinberg

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Two Mid-Century Modern Frederick Weinberg designed floor lamps. Featuring black angle iron construction with two perforated gold mesh steel shelves with black mesh top detail to each...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Kites

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Steel

"Kite"
"Kite"

"Kite"

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H 30.5 in W 39.25 in

"Kite"

Located in Boston, MA

“Kite” by Olof Rudbeck custom framed, circa 1985, limited edition, Swedish originals 18th C. Eddition 1499 folios. Original collection 1693-1716 of the lenfsta/uppsala university li...

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20th Century Swedish Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Paper, Wood

Original Vintage Poster Kandinsky Graphic Works Exhibition Munich Bauhaus Kites
Original Vintage Poster Kandinsky Graphic Works Exhibition Munich Bauhaus Kites

Original Vintage Poster Kandinsky Graphic Works Exhibition Munich Bauhaus Kites

By Wassily Kandinsky

Located in London, GB

Original vintage advertising poster for an exhibition of graphic works by the notable abstract artist Wassily Kandinsky (1866-1944) held at the Stadtische Gallery in Lenbachhaus Muni...

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1960s Abstract Vintage Paper Kites

Materials

Paper

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Vintage Paper Kites For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage paper kites available for sale. A selection of these works in the modern, abstract and Pop Art styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the vintage paper kites on 1stDibs that include elements of gray, beige, blue, brown and more. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Théo Tobiasse, Kelly Fearing, Richard Smith, Ron Blumberg and Katherine Chang Liu are consistently popular. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in lithograph, paper and etching.

How Much are Vintage Paper Kites?

Prices for pieces in our collection of vintage paper kites start at $450 and top out at $45,000 with the average selling for $1,400.