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"Wanted- Fighting Dollars." Vintage WWII Defense Bond Poster, 1942
"Wanted- Fighting Dollars." Vintage WWII Defense Bond Poster, 1942

"Wanted- Fighting Dollars." Vintage WWII Defense Bond Poster, 1942

By Wilkinsons

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Presented is an original WWII U.S. Treasury Poster, issued to encourage workers to purchase War bonds through the Payroll Savings Program. The poster was issued in 1942 and illustrat...

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1940s American Modern Vintage Wanted Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage World War Two Supply Poster Binoculars Wanted Urgently WWII
Original Vintage World War Two Supply Poster Binoculars Wanted Urgently WWII

Original Vintage World War Two Supply Poster Binoculars Wanted Urgently WWII

Located in London, GB

Original vintage World War Two poster - Wanted Urgently Our Fighting Services must have and will buy every suitable pair of binoculars now privately owned They need yours now!

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1940s British Vintage Wanted Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage WWII Poster Civil Defence Women Wanted For Evacuation Service
Original Vintage WWII Poster Civil Defence Women Wanted For Evacuation Service

Original Vintage WWII Poster Civil Defence Women Wanted For Evacuation Service

By Jack Mathew

Located in London, GB

Original vintage World War Two poster: Civil Defence, Women wanted for Evacuation Service, offer your services to your local council or any branch of Women's Voluntary Services.

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1940s British Vintage Wanted Posters

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Paper

"The U.S. Marines Want You" Vintage WWII Recruitment Poster, 1940
"The U.S. Marines Want You" Vintage WWII Recruitment Poster, 1940

"The U.S. Marines Want You" Vintage WWII Recruitment Poster, 1940

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

This is an original World War II Marines recruitment poster, issued in 1940. The poster depicts a no-nonsense Marine drill instructor, pointing directly at the viewer, in front of a ...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wanted Posters

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Paper

Stop the World I Want to Get Off Original Vintage Unframed Poster, 1966

Stop the World I Want to Get Off Original Vintage Unframed Poster, 1966

Located in Winchester, GB

Released in 1966, 'Stop the World – I Want to Get Off' is a musical film directed by Philip Saville and starring Tony Tanner and Millicent Martin. Adapted from the stage success by L...

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20th Century Vintage Wanted Posters

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Paper

"Ours... To Fight For. Freedom from Want" Vintage WWII Poster by Norman Rockwell
"Ours... To Fight For. Freedom from Want" Vintage WWII Poster by Norman Rockwell

"Ours... To Fight For. Freedom from Want" Vintage WWII Poster by Norman Rockwell

By Norman Rockwell

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Presented is an original 1943 War Bonds poster by Norman Rockwell, illustrating “Freedom from Want.” The poster is one of the four iconic War Bonds posters by Norman Rockwell. The se...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wanted Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage London Underground Poster Light Switch Martin Parr Cottage
Original Vintage London Underground Poster Light Switch Martin Parr Cottage

Original Vintage London Underground Poster Light Switch Martin Parr Cottage

By Martin Parr

Located in London, GB

Original vintage London Underground poster - We wanted a cottagey stately home kind of feel - featuring a light switch surrounded by a decorative frame on an artex wall with the capt...

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1990s British Vintage Wanted Posters

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Paper

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Original Vintage World War Two Supply Poster Binoculars Wanted Urgently WWII
Original Vintage World War Two Supply Poster Binoculars Wanted Urgently WWII

Original Vintage World War Two Supply Poster Binoculars Wanted Urgently WWII

Located in London, GB

Original vintage World War Two poster - Wanted Urgently Our Fighting Services must have and will buy every suitable pair of binoculars now privately owned They need yours now!

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1940s Vintage Wanted Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Poster Voter Do You Want To Feed Him Italy Elections Malenkov
Original Vintage Poster Voter Do You Want To Feed Him Italy Elections Malenkov

Original Vintage Poster Voter Do You Want To Feed Him Italy Elections Malenkov

Located in London, GB

Original vintage Italian anti-communism political election propaganda poster - Voter, do you want to feed him Italy too?

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1950s Italian Vintage Wanted Posters

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Paper

For Your Eyes Only 1981 UK Quad Film Poster, Brian Bysouth
For Your Eyes Only 1981 UK Quad Film Poster, Brian Bysouth

For Your Eyes Only 1981 UK Quad Film Poster, Brian Bysouth

Located in Bath, Somerset

With its dramatic central image and richly detailed montage, this British poster delivers exactly the kind of bold cinematic impact collectors want from a vintage 007 poster.

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20th Century British Vintage Wanted Posters

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Paper

"I Want You for the U.S. Army" Vintage WWII Poster by James Montgomery Flagg
"I Want You for the U.S. Army" Vintage WWII Poster by James Montgomery Flagg

"I Want You for the U.S. Army" Vintage WWII Poster by James Montgomery Flagg

By James Montgomery Flagg

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Presented is a vintage U.S. Army WWII recruitment poster by the famous artist James Montgomery Flagg.

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wanted Posters

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Paper

Adelboden original vintage Swiss skiing poster
Adelboden original vintage Swiss skiing poster

Adelboden original vintage Swiss skiing poster

Located in London, GB

To see our other original vintage travel posters, many of which are from Switzerland, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from this Seller" - or sen...

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20th Century Realist Vintage Wanted Posters

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Located in Long Island City, NY

Party Line by Norman Rockwell, (1894 - 1978) Date: circa 1975 Medium: Poster Edition: 2500 Size: 25 in. x 22.5 in. (63.5 cm x 57.15 cm)

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Located in Long Island City, NY

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The Runaway by Norman Rockwell, (1894 - 1978) Date: 1982 Medium: Collotype Poster Size: 31.5 in. x 28 in. (80.01 cm x 71.12 cm) Publisher: Circle Gallery, Ltd Printer: Max Jaffe, Vienna

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By Norman Rockwell

Located in Long Island City, NY

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Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

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Vintage Wanted Posters For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage wanted posters is available on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the modern, Surrealist and Photorealist styles can be found today in our inventory. 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 wanted posters that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of gray, beige, black, purple and more. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Fougasse (Cyril Kenneth Bird), Beverley Pick, Samivel Paul Gayet-Tancrède, Hans Schleger Zero and Clifford & Rosemary Ellis are consistently popular. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in lithograph, offset print and paper — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much are Vintage Wanted Posters?

Vintage wanted posters can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $962, while the lowest priced sells for $92 and the highest can go for as much as $160,000.

Questions About Vintage Wanted Posters

  • 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.