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Inchrya by Jennifer Gibbs
Inchrya by Jennifer Gibbs

Inchrya by Jennifer Gibbs

By Jennifer Gibbs

Located in New Orleans, LA

Jennifer Gibbs draws artistic inspiration primarily from meditation and nature. Her extensive body of work ranges from abstract expressionism to delicate botanicals to her charcoal l...

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2010s American Modern Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas, Linen

Original Pastel Drawing of 2 Figures Signed by Artist and Dated 1965
Original Pastel Drawing of 2 Figures Signed by Artist and Dated 1965

Original Pastel Drawing of 2 Figures Signed by Artist and Dated 1965

Located in Pasadena, CA

Colorful but contemplative, this serene original vintage pastel of 2 figures is lovely. It is signed by the artist and is dated 1965. A beautiful accompaniment to any room and adds a...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paint

Original Restored German Travel Poster for Spain by Delpy c.1945
Original Restored German Travel Poster for Spain by Delpy c.1945

Original Restored German Travel Poster for Spain by Delpy c.1945

By Henri Jacques Delpy

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Original vintage lithograph German travel poster for Spain featuring artwork by Henri Jacques Delpy. Signed in plate. Hired by the tourist boards, the artist produced posters ...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

Baroque Provençal Watercolor on linen, French Provençal Baroque, Duel of Knights
Baroque Provençal Watercolor on linen, French Provençal Baroque, Duel of Knights

Baroque Provençal Watercolor on linen, French Provençal Baroque, Duel of Knights

Located in Valladolid, ES

One of a Kind large-scale, vertically formatted work entitled “Duel of Knights,” 18th century. These works were typically displayed on boiseries, decorative wall coverings originati...

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1780s French Baroque Antique Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paint

The Leather Boys 1964 UK Quad Film Movie Poster
The Leather Boys 1964 UK Quad Film Movie Poster

The Leather Boys 1964 UK Quad Film Movie Poster

Located in Bath, Somerset

The Leather Boys, the 1964 British drama film directed by Sidney J. Furie and starring Rita Tushingham, Colin Campbell, and Dudley Sutton. This vintage movie poster is sized 30 x 3...

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20th Century British Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

You Only Live Twice Original French Film Movie, Poster, Frank McCarthy, 1967
You Only Live Twice Original French Film Movie, Poster, Frank McCarthy, 1967

You Only Live Twice Original French Film Movie, Poster, Frank McCarthy, 1967

Located in Bath, Somerset

We love Frank McCarthy's design and colours on the French Grande film poster for You Only Live Twice. This first release from 1967 is super rare and is in fantastic condition. The ...

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20th Century French Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

Tall 17th C. Wool and Silk Tapestry with Colorful Cartouche and Trophy Decor
Tall 17th C. Wool and Silk Tapestry with Colorful Cartouche and Trophy Decor

Tall 17th C. Wool and Silk Tapestry with Colorful Cartouche and Trophy Decor

Located in Dallas, TX

Produced during the Louis XIV period, in the 1600’s, this colorful cartouche and trophy décor tapestry was hand-woven using wool and silk. Originally part of a much larger wall covering, the fragment has been placed over a linen backing and a navy-blue border now surrounds the scene. The quality of the craftsmanship of the fragment is quite apparent. Vibrant gold, green and blue hues still shine brightly, which are offset by darker colors such as brown and deep red. If you look closely, you will see gradient colors being used to depict shadows and movement in clothing. The scene features a man with a walking stick in his hand talking to a woman standing behind a baluster railing. Both are clad in flowing garments, with the woman in blue and the man wearing a light pink tunic...

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17th Century Louis XIV Antique Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool, Linen, Silk

Creature From the Black Lagoon (Argentinian) Unframed Poster, 1954

Creature From the Black Lagoon (Argentinian) Unframed Poster, 1954

Located in Winchester, GB

A gorgeous poster hand signed by the main cast of the iconic film. "Creature From the Black Lagoon" was released in 1954 and went on to become one of the most iconic monster films of...

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20th Century Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Paper, Linen

The Day the Earth Stood Still Unframed Poster, 1954

The Day the Earth Stood Still Unframed Poster, 1954

Located in Winchester, GB

"The Day the Earth Stood Still" is a landmark 1951 science-fiction film directed by Robert Wise, starring Michael Rennie, Patricia Neal, and Hugh Marlowe. Widely regarded as one of t...

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20th Century Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Paper, Linen

The Beatles Come to Town Unframed Poster, 1963

The Beatles Come to Town Unframed Poster, 1963

Located in Winchester, GB

This original one-sheet poster was produced to promote 'The Beatles Come to Town' in 1963, capturing the excitement of Beatlemania at the moment the band was emerging as a global phe...

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20th Century Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Paper, Linen

Disneyland - Rocket Jets - Tomorrowland Unframed Poster, 1955

Disneyland - Rocket Jets - Tomorrowland Unframed Poster, 1955

Located in Winchester, GB

Stunning & exceptionally rare park-used attraction poster from 1955 promoting the Rocket Jets attraction in Tomorrowland at Disneyland. Opening in 1955 in Anaheim, California, Di...

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20th Century Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Paper, Linen

Lady and the Tramp Unframed Poster, 1955

Lady and the Tramp Unframed Poster, 1955

Located in Winchester, GB

This original one-sheet poster was produced for the 1955 theatrical release of Disney's 'Lady and the Tramp', the studio's beloved animated romance. Released in 1955, 'Lady and the T...

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20th Century Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Paper, Linen

Louis Guarnaccia “Easy Street Boat Basin” Nantucket, Oil on Linen, 2001
Louis Guarnaccia “Easy Street Boat Basin” Nantucket, Oil on Linen, 2001

Louis Guarnaccia “Easy Street Boat Basin” Nantucket, Oil on Linen, 2001

Located in Doylestown, PA

Louis Guarnaccia (b. 1958), “Easy Street Boat Basin,” Nantucket. A fine realist work in oil on linen. Charming red boat scene on the island of Nantucket, Massachusetts. Signed on lo...

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Early 2000s American Other Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Wood

Original Vintage Poster, Canberra Australian Capital Territory by Trompf, 1930
Original Vintage Poster, Canberra Australian Capital Territory by Trompf, 1930

Original Vintage Poster, Canberra Australian Capital Territory by Trompf, 1930

By Percy Trompf

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Percival Albert Trompf (1902–1964), was an Australian commercial artist, best known for his travel posters, books, advertising hoardings and pamphlets promoting the nation's tourist ...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

Corrie Schmidt Abstract Rectangular Form Fiber Art Sculptural Wall Hanging 1980s
Corrie Schmidt Abstract Rectangular Form Fiber Art Sculptural Wall Hanging 1980s

Corrie Schmidt Abstract Rectangular Form Fiber Art Sculptural Wall Hanging 1980s

Located in Cathedral City, CA

Cornelia (Corrie) Johanna Schmidt-Tom (1934-2020), Dutch-American, Fabulous Rectangular-Form Fiber Art in vivid red, purple, pink, blue, orange and white with a tan border around the...

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1980s American Organic Modern Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Metal, Brass

20th Century "Musketeer" Oil on Canvas
20th Century "Musketeer" Oil on Canvas

20th Century "Musketeer" Oil on Canvas

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Oil painting believed to depict a Musketeer with hat and cloak with his hand on his face (ca. 20th Century). Signed "J Wolf" to LR. Light wear to the linen-wrap...

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Early 20th Century American Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

Original Art Deco Australian Poster by Gert Sellheim, 'Mildura Take a Kodak'
Original Art Deco Australian Poster by Gert Sellheim, 'Mildura Take a Kodak'

Original Art Deco Australian Poster by Gert Sellheim, 'Mildura Take a Kodak'

By Percy Trompf

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Beautiful Art Deco poster by the famous poster artist, Trompf; "Percival Albert Trompf, was an Australian commercial artist, best known for his travel posters, books, advertising hoa...

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1930s Art Deco Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

Original 1894 Jules Chéret "Eldorado" Lithograph Poster
Original 1894 Jules Chéret "Eldorado" Lithograph Poster

Original 1894 Jules Chéret "Eldorado" Lithograph Poster

Located in WYNNUM, QLD

The original 1894 Jules Cheret Eldorado, in its rare full poster size format. Though a number of reproductions exist, and a smaller newspaper insert format was issued around 1894, no...

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1890s French Archaistic Antique Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Acrylic, Paper

Original Lithograph German Travel Poster for Spain by Bernard Villemot c.1952
Original Lithograph German Travel Poster for Spain by Bernard Villemot c.1952

Original Lithograph German Travel Poster for Spain by Bernard Villemot c.1952

By Bernard Villemot

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Original vintage German travel poster for Spain featuring artwork by French graphic artist Bernard Villemot (1911-1989) depicting a walled Spanish town at night with historic ...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

From Russia With Love R1970s French Grande Film Poster, Boris Grinsson
From Russia With Love R1970s French Grande Film Poster, Boris Grinsson

From Russia With Love R1970s French Grande Film Poster, Boris Grinsson

By Boris Grinsson

Located in Bath, Somerset

We love Boris Grinsson's design and colours on the French Grande film poster for From Russia With Love. This early re-release from the 1970s is in fantastic condition. In Sean Conn...

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20th Century French Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

"A WOMAN LIKE SATAN" 1959 French Double Grande Film Movie Poster, YVES THOS
"A WOMAN LIKE SATAN" 1959 French Double Grande Film Movie Poster, YVES THOS

"A WOMAN LIKE SATAN" 1959 French Double Grande Film Movie Poster, YVES THOS

By Yves Thos

Located in Bath, Somerset

Superb first-year-of-release country-of-origin French Double Grande film poster for La Femme et le Pantin.Wonderfuldesign by Yves Thos looks amazing on the massive scale of the doubl...

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20th Century French Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

"Portrait of a Man", Oil on Linen, Framed, signed by Roth, Mid-20th Century, USA
"Portrait of a Man", Oil on Linen, Framed, signed by Roth, Mid-20th Century, USA

"Portrait of a Man", Oil on Linen, Framed, signed by Roth, Mid-20th Century, USA

Located in San Francisco, CA

This small, expressive portrait uses bold, shadowy brushstrokes to depict a man's face in profile. The moody palette—deep reds, ochres, and dark blues—evokes introspection. The compa...

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Mid-20th Century American Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Wood

19th Century Tibetan Thangka of Chenresi
19th Century Tibetan Thangka of Chenresi

19th Century Tibetan Thangka of Chenresi

Located in Chicago, IL

Thangkas are devotional paintings displayed by Buddhists in monasteries, temples, and even in their homes. The rich red, orange, green, and blue hues are still incredibly vibrant on ...

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Early 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Brass

1957 12 Angry Men Original Vintage Poster
1957 12 Angry Men Original Vintage Poster

1957 12 Angry Men Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

Regarded by many as one of the greatest films of all time, and certainly the best courtroom drama, "12 Angry Men" was released in 1957 to critical acclaim. Directed by the great Sidn...

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1950s American Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

"You Only Live Twice" US Film Poster, 1967, Bond
"You Only Live Twice" US Film Poster, 1967, Bond

"You Only Live Twice" US Film Poster, 1967, Bond

Located in Bath, Somerset

The rare teaser poster for the fifth James Bond film You Only Live Twice starring Sean Connery. Professionally linen-backed. This vintage original poster...

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20th Century American Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

Gerson Leiber "A Surge of Discombobulation" Oil on Linen, 2015
Gerson Leiber "A Surge of Discombobulation" Oil on Linen, 2015

Gerson Leiber "A Surge of Discombobulation" Oil on Linen, 2015

By Gerson Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Gerson Leiber "A Surge of Discombobulation" Oil on Linen, 2015 Born in Brooklyn in 1921, Gerson showed promise in his high school art classes. Later, while stationed in Hungary in...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Expressionist Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas, Paint, Linen

Gerson Leiber "There Is A Tug of Undeclared War Here" Oil on Linen, 2015
Gerson Leiber "There Is A Tug of Undeclared War Here" Oil on Linen, 2015

Gerson Leiber "There Is A Tug of Undeclared War Here" Oil on Linen, 2015

By Gerson Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Gerson Leiber "There Is A Tug of Undeclared War Here" Oil on Linen, 2015 Born in Brooklyn in 1921, Gerson showed promise in his high school art classes. Later, while stationed in ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Expressionist Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Paint, Linen

Lavender Hill Mob US Film Movie Poster, 1951, Linen Backed
Lavender Hill Mob US Film Movie Poster, 1951, Linen Backed

Lavender Hill Mob US Film Movie Poster, 1951, Linen Backed

Located in Bath, Somerset

The rare first-year-of-release US 1 Sheet film poster for classic Ealing comedy The Lavender Hill Mob. A delightful heist comedy caper in which a meek bank clerk (Alec Guiness) who o...

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20th Century American Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

Les Kisslene de Carven Original Poster by Jean Colin, 1957
Les Kisslene de Carven Original Poster by Jean Colin, 1957

Les Kisslene de Carven Original Poster by Jean Colin, 1957

By Jean Colin

Located in Winchester, GB

Created in 1957 by celebrated French poster artist Jean Colin, this "Les Kisslene de Carven" poster embodies the elegance and sophistication of mid-century French fashion advertising...

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20th Century Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Paper, Linen

Gerson Leiber "The Implications Are Clear" Oil on Linen, 2014
Gerson Leiber "The Implications Are Clear" Oil on Linen, 2014

Gerson Leiber "The Implications Are Clear" Oil on Linen, 2014

By Gerson Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Gerson Leiber "The Implications Are Clear" Oil on Linen, 2014 Born in Brooklyn in 1921, Gerson showed promise in his high school art classes. Later, while stationed in Hungary in ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Expressionist Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas, Paint, Linen

Oil Painting Ocean Scene on Linen by Steven Sles
Oil Painting Ocean Scene on Linen by Steven Sles

Oil Painting Ocean Scene on Linen by Steven Sles

By Steven Sles

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Early Steven Sles oil on linen painting circa 1955. Due to his Cerebral Palsy, Sles used his mouth to paint his works and studied under Hans Hoffman. This work mixes thick texture an...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen

Original Vintage Poster, 'Lido Cocorico' by Rene Gruau, 1971
Original Vintage Poster, 'Lido Cocorico' by Rene Gruau, 1971

Original Vintage Poster, 'Lido Cocorico' by Rene Gruau, 1971

By René Gruau

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

This is an original French poster by the famous artist and illustrator, René Gruau. Gruau was a fashion illustrator whose exaggerated portrayal of fashion design through painting and...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

BN Biscuits - Choco Nantes Original Poster by Saint Genies, 1952
BN Biscuits - Choco Nantes Original Poster by Saint Genies, 1952

BN Biscuits - Choco Nantes Original Poster by Saint Genies, 1952

Located in Winchester, GB

Depicting three happy children at the beach, this extra-large French Grande poster was created in 1952 to promote Biscuiterie Nantes, better known as BN Biscuits "Choco Nantes" and f...

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20th Century Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Paper, Linen

Vasaloppet Original Poster by Gosta Almquist, 1972
Vasaloppet Original Poster by Gosta Almquist, 1972

Vasaloppet Original Poster by Gosta Almquist, 1972

Located in Winchester, GB

Beautiful poster created for the 1972 edition of the Vasaloppet or "Vasa Race", the worlds oldest, longest and largest cross-country annual ski race. The event runs from Salen to Mor...

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20th Century Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Paper, Linen

New England Summer Home Painting
New England Summer Home Painting

New England Summer Home Painting

$835Sale Price|53% Off

New England Summer Home Painting

Located in Redding, CT

New England Summer Home Painting. Classic Americana of a cape house in the summer. Oil on canvas house in a very thick, solid wooden frame.

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1950s Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Wood, Masonite, Paint

Captive Heart Original Premiere UK Film Poster, John Bainbridge, 1946
Captive Heart Original Premiere UK Film Poster, John Bainbridge, 1946

Captive Heart Original Premiere UK Film Poster, John Bainbridge, 1946

By John Bainbridge

Located in Bath, Somerset

Exceedingly rare vintage UK quad film premiere poster for Ealing’s 1940s war drama The Captive Heart starring Michael Redgrave. Featuring very powerful and arresting artwork by John ...

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20th Century British Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

Carl (Karl) Everton Moon (American, 1878-1948) Portrait of Hostin Nez. (Navajo)
Carl (Karl) Everton Moon (American, 1878-1948) Portrait of Hostin Nez. (Navajo)

Carl (Karl) Everton Moon (American, 1878-1948) Portrait of Hostin Nez. (Navajo)

By Carl Moon

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl (Karl) Everton Moon (American, 1878 - 1948) A Portrait Photograph of 'Hostin Nez." or 'Hostin Nnāez or Nez - Diné' (Najavo), depicting the head and shoulders portrait of a young man in corduroy shirt, bead necklace, hoop earrings and headband, within its original walnut frame, behind glass. Circa: Pasadena, California 1914. Stamped: 1914 Karl Moon...

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Early 20th Century American Navajo Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Glass, Walnut, Paper

A Very Good Tibetan Thangka Depicting Buddha Nagaraja, 19th Century or Earlier
A Very Good Tibetan Thangka Depicting Buddha Nagaraja, 19th Century or Earlier

A Very Good Tibetan Thangka Depicting Buddha Nagaraja, 19th Century or Earlier

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A striking 19th century Tibetan thangka of the enlightened one, Buddha Nagaraja; King of Nagas (a.k.a. Buddha Nageshvara). Shown seated in the vajra position atop a lotus blossom, ha...

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19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Other

'Some like It Hot' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Hungarian, 1965
'Some like It Hot' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Hungarian, 1965

'Some like It Hot' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Hungarian, 1965

Located in Devon, GB

Billy Wilder's timeless screwball comedy 'Some Like It Hot' needs no introduction - with it's non-stop action, smutty one-liners, sexual innuendo and skilful blend of high and low co...

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1960s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

1930 Kinagin Liquor Original Vintage Poster
1930 Kinagin Liquor Original Vintage Poster

1930 Kinagin Liquor Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

Beautiful & rare poster from 1930 to promote the Swiss liquor brand Kinagin. The poster advertises the ingredients of the drink, reading "The vermouth with quinine and gin". One of t...

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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

1958 Ping Pong Bar Original Vintage Poster
1958 Ping Pong Bar Original Vintage Poster

1958 Ping Pong Bar Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

Colourful and vibrant poster for Ping Pong Bar on Rue Brunel in Paris, France. This Art Deco design was created in 1958 to advertise the bar and the brilliant design draws you in wit...

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1950s French Art Deco Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

Tapestry "Röd Crocus" by Ann-Mari Forsberg for Märta Måås-Fjetterström, 1960s
Tapestry "Röd Crocus" by Ann-Mari Forsberg for Märta Måås-Fjetterström, 1960s

Tapestry "Röd Crocus" by Ann-Mari Forsberg for Märta Måås-Fjetterström, 1960s

By Märta Måås-Fjetterström

Located in Stockholm, SE

Important wall tapestry,"Röd Crocus" by Ann-Mari Forsberg for Märta Måås-Fjetterström, 1960s.. Wool and linen on wool warp. Designed in 1945. Handwoven flatware tapestry at Märta Måå...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool, Linen

Set of Six 18th Century Spanish Still Life Paintings
Set of Six 18th Century Spanish Still Life Paintings

Set of Six 18th Century Spanish Still Life Paintings

Located in London, GB

Complete series of late 18th century still life paintings are depicting everything on the kitchen table, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish and deserts, beautifully displayed. Affluent ho...

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18th Century Spanish Antique Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

1960s BSA Motorcycles Original Vintage Poster
1960s BSA Motorcycles Original Vintage Poster

1960s BSA Motorcycles Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

Gorgeous poster advertising BSA Motorcycles. With vibrant yellow and red colour and backed on linen to ensure its preservation for the years to come, this piece is in absolutely fant...

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1960s British Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

Mid 20th Century Original Theatre Poster,  "Les Spectacles" November 1922
Mid 20th Century Original Theatre Poster,  "Les Spectacles" November 1922

Mid 20th Century Original Theatre Poster, "Les Spectacles" November 1922

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Mid 20th Century Original Theatre Poster, "Les Spectacles" November 1922 This is an original vintage poster which is linen backed for preservation. This poster is dated 1922, it li...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

Original 1890’s Linen Backed Theatrical Stage Poster Holden's Mannikins
Original 1890’s Linen Backed Theatrical Stage Poster Holden's Mannikins

Original 1890’s Linen Backed Theatrical Stage Poster Holden's Mannikins

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Very rare late 19th Century, "The Original Holden's Mannikins", original vintage theatrical Vaudeville play linen backed one-sheet movie poster (one sheet; measures 28" x 42", actual poster size 27" x 41". Early Vaudeville Marionette, Automata and Mannequin poster with vibrant colors, another one can't be found. The playbill poster features vibrant illustrations of Clowns, Skeletons, Royalty, Cowboys, Mimes, Nurses, Fairies... This poster has an address for a theatre in St. Martin Paris, France. From the book; The Holdens: Monarchs of the Marionette Theatre by John McCormick The Holden family were the most celebrated English marionette performers of the nineteenth century. The trajectory of the Holdens provides a vivid example of developments in entertainment across the century. Having begun on the fairgrounds, they moved on to large halls, theatres and music halls. At the height of their popularity, when they had two main companies in operation, the Holdens were even better known abroad than at home. Their name was almost synonymous with puppetry, and they were credited with every innovation in marionette theatre. Then, with the advent of cinema, their business suffered a rapid decline. Based on extensive archival research and lavishly illustrated with photographs, sketches, diagrams, playbills and posters, The Holdens: Monarchs of the Marionette Theatre explains why the Holden shows had such impact and were so frequently imitated. Below are two newspaper reviews from 1903 and 1907. Holdin’s Mannkins Location: New York City Theater: New York Date: 1903 Type: Marionette, Automata and Manikin This is another of Mr. Keith’s acts and it is safe to say that we have never seen marionettes in this country before. The general fitting up of the act is great—had a fine stage with a full set of scenery, and everything is first class order—strongly, and it is hardly possible to conceive how people can produce the effects that they do by the manipulation of strings. Every move made by these little figures is absolutely natural and life-like, and the audience were quick to appreciate this fact and were most hearty in their applause. The act is closed with a transformation feature which was very pretty and attractive. It is an exceptionally strong turn throughout. 24 minutes, full stage. Source: University of Iowa, Keith-Albee Vaudeville Collection, Manager Reports, 2 September 1902-3 September 1903. Holden’s Manikins Location: Philadelphia Theater: Keith's Date: 1907 Type: Marionette, Automata and Manikin 22 min, F.S., 2 shows. On at 8:04. This is a children’s feature. I doubt whether it would be so well received at any other than about Christmas time, but it quite won the house. The manikins performs various simple stunts, such as dancing, Punch and Judy comedy, etc. The finish of the act was a spectacular feature without moving figures, which did not run as smoothly as it should have done. However, the act will certainly please the little folks and it cannot be conceived how the wooden manikins can be manipulated so life-like. Holden got a good hand on his appearance after the act...

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Linen Wall Decorations

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Paper, Linen

1953 Roman Holiday Original Vintage Poster
1953 Roman Holiday Original Vintage Poster

1953 Roman Holiday Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

Starring the iconic pairing of Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck, "Roman Holiday" was released in 1953 to huge critical and commercial success. Playing the role of Princess Ann, Hepburn became the first actress to win the Oscar, Golden Globe and BAFTA for a single role. Written by John Dighton and an at the time blacklisted and uncredited Dalton Trumbo, the film sees the princess and reporter meet in the Italian capital...

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1950s American Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

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Linen, Paper

Large Topographical and Geological Map of the Teshio Oil Field, '1936'
Large Topographical and Geological Map of the Teshio Oil Field, '1936'

Large Topographical and Geological Map of the Teshio Oil Field, '1936'

Located in Langweer, NL

Topographical and geological map of the Teshio oil field. Shows location of oil well, oil sand, natural gas, coal, Sulphur spring, anticlinal axis, prof...

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20th Century Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

Antique Map of Scotland by Cary, '1811'
Antique Map of Scotland by Cary, '1811'

Antique Map of Scotland by Cary, '1811'

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'A New Map of Scotland from the Latest Authorities': **Title**: A New Map of Scotland from the Latest Authorities **Publisher**: J....

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Early 19th Century Antique Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

1957 Lindt Milk Chocolate Original Vintage Poster
1957 Lindt Milk Chocolate Original Vintage Poster

1957 Lindt Milk Chocolate Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

Founded in 1845, Lindt has gone on to become one fo the largest chocolatiers in the world. The Swiss company is based in Kilchberg where its largest factory and museum is, and it has...

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1950s Swiss Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

1920 Le Royal Sport Quina Original Vintage Poster
1920 Le Royal Sport Quina Original Vintage Poster

1920 Le Royal Sport Quina Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

Beautiful poster created for Le Royal Sport Quina in 1920. Reading "Se Deguste Partout" or "Can Be Tasted Everywhere", this stunning art deco design features a dapper waiter serving the wine. This extra-large poster...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

1919 Peugeot Original Vintage Poster
1919 Peugeot Original Vintage Poster

1919 Peugeot Original Vintage Poster

By Rene Vincent

Located in Winchester, GB

Beautiful lithograph poster originally designed in 1919. Designed by the great poster artist Rene Vincent, this poster promotes Peugeot cars and depicts an early 20th century model s...

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1910s French Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

Materials

Linen, Paper

Antique Anatomy Wall Chart Nerve System
Antique Anatomy Wall Chart Nerve System

Antique Anatomy Wall Chart Nerve System

Located in Oakville, CT

Remy Perrier & Cepede wall chart Overall dimensions: 60 1/2" x 44 1/4" Chart dimensions: 60 1/2" x 41 1/4" Materials: Wood, Paper & Linen.

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Early 20th Century American Linen Wall Decorations

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Linen, Wood, Paper

1963 8 1/2 (French) Original Vintage Poster
1963 8 1/2 (French) Original Vintage Poster

1963 8 1/2 (French) Original Vintage Poster

By Georges Kerfyser

Located in Winchester, GB

Widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential films of all time, "8 1/2" was released in 1963 to huge critical acclaim, winning 2 Academy Awards. The legendary Federico...

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1960s French Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

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Linen, Paper

1963 Wonderful Copenhagen Original Vintage Poster
1963 Wonderful Copenhagen Original Vintage Poster

1963 Wonderful Copenhagen Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

Created to promote tourism to Copenhagen, Denmark or "Wonderful Copenhagen" as it is affectionately known, this gorgeous poster was printed in 1963 by Vang Rasmussen Copenhagen. Wit...

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1960s Danish Vintage Linen Wall Decorations

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Linen, Paper

Artichoke Black-and-White Photographic Print on Linen, Contemporary
Artichoke Black-and-White Photographic Print on Linen, Contemporary

Artichoke Black-and-White Photographic Print on Linen, Contemporary

By Caroline Kaars Sypesteyn

Located in Sheffield, MA

Caroline Kaars Sypesteyn of Berkshire Artisanal is the artist who has created this black-and-white photographic print on linen of a sliced artichoke. Titled "Artichoke." The photogra...

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2010s American Other Linen Wall Decorations

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Linen, Wood

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