1940s Wall Decorations
Period: 1940s
Color: White
Hylonympha Macrocerca (Scissor-Tailed Hummingbird) by John Gould, 1946
Located in Kenilworth, IL
An ornithological lithographic print of the Scissor-Tailed Hummingbird from John Gould 's “A Monogram of the Trochilidae, or Family of Hummingbirds,” published in five volumes from 1...
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American Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Mr Chad WW2 National Savings Poster Circa 1940s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Mr Chad WW2 National Savings Poster Circa 1940s
- Original WW2 national savings poster
- Features one of the first illustrations of Mr Chad
- Framed in a Black wooden frame with gla...
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English Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Paul Wightman Williams, Petite Midcentury Abstracted Mixed Media on Paper, 1944
Located in Norwalk, CT
Paul Wightman Williams, American (20th century).
Gouache, ink, and pastel or charcoal on paper. Signed "WW" and dated "44". Unframed.
This diminutive figural painting features an i...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Picasso by Gertrude Stein
Located in valatie, NY
Picasso by Gertrude Stein. B.T. Batsford, LTD, London, 1948. 3rd Ed hardcover no dust jacket. With 64 illustrations in color and B&W. The famous writer ...
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Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Vintage Poster Queen Mary Queen Elizabeth Cunard White Star Ocean Liner
Located in London, GB
Original vintage cruise travel poster - Queen Mary Queen Elizabeth Fastest Ocean Service in the World Cunard White Star - featuring a colourful image...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Lithograph after Original Matisse Drawing
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lithograph / plate from the book Dessins: Themes et Variations.
Edited by Martin Fabiani (Paris) in 1943.
In good original condition.
Henri Matisse (1869-1954) was a French ar...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Dr. Cyclops
Located in London, GB
Original US lobby card for the 1940 science fiction horror film.
This film was directed by Ernest B. Schoedsack and starred Albert Dekker, Thomas Coley and Janice Logan. This piece ...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Karl Blossfeldt Black White Flower Photogravure Botanic Photography, 1942
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
Photography number 30. 'Chrysanthemum Leucanthemum. Gemeine Wucherblume, große Maßliebe, M...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Karl Blossfeldt Black White Flower Photogravure Botanic Photography, 1942
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
Photography number 4.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and u...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Karl Blossfeldt Black White Flower Photogravure Botanic Photography, 1942
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
Photography number 30. 'Chrysanthemum Leucanthemum. Gemeine Wucherblume, große Maßliebe, M...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Karl Blossfeldt Black White Flower Photogravure Botanic Photography, 1942
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Karl Blossfeldt Black White Flower Photogravure Botanic Photography, 1942
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
Photography number 30. 'Chrysanthemum Leucanthemum. Gemeine Wucherblume, große Maßliebe, M...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Wasilly Kandinsky, Wood Engraving for "Klaenge" Portfolio on Arches Paper
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Woodcut by Wassily Kandinsky.
Wood engraving for the portfolio "Klaenge" on Arches paper
Signed on the plate.
Date unknown.
In original condition, preserving some traces of age...
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German Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Poster Save Tractor Fuel Tankers Feed The Tanks WWII Military
Located in London, GB
Original vintage World War Two home front poster - Save tractor fuel Release the Tankers to feed the Tanks - featuring the bold text above and over an image of a tanker ship and silh...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
White Heat
Located in London, GB
Original US Lobby card number 5 for White Heat 1949. This film was directed by Raoul Walsh, and stars James Cagney, Virginia Mayo and Edmond O'Brien. Cagney...
Category
American Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Set of 6 Karl Blossfeldt Black White Flower Photogravure Botanic Photography
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
Photography number 7. 'Aspidium filix mas. Wurmfarn. Junge gerollte Blätter in 4 facher Ve...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Karl Blossfeldt Black White Flower Photogravure Botanic Photography, 1942
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
Photography number 15.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and ...
Category
Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Karl Blossfeldt Black White Flower Photogravure Botanic Photography, 1942
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
Photography number 14. 'Dianthus plumarius. Federnelke in 8 facher Vergrößerung.'
In or...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Drink Poster 5 Million Guinness For Strength Every Day Steel
By John Gilroy
Located in London, GB
Original vintage advertising poster for the iconic drink Guinness Irish stout beer - 5 Million Guinness for strength every day - featuring a smil...
Category
British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Karl Blossfeldt Black White Flower Photogravure Botanic Photography, 1942
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
Photography number 28 Nigella damascena. Jungfer im Grünen, Sinnenkopf, Schawarzkümmel Kel...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Karl Blossfeldt Black White Flower Photogravure Botanic Photography, 1942
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
Photography number 25. Cotula coronopifolia. Krähenfublätterige Laugenblume. Fruchtköpfchen in 30 facher Vergrößerung.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Karl Blossfeldt (June 13, 1865-December 9, 1932) was a German photographer...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Set of Twelve Karl Blossfeldt Black White Photogravure Botanic Photography, 1942
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of twelve black and white photogravure.
Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
In original condition, with minor wear consis...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Karl Blossfeldt Black White Flower Photogravure Botanic Photography, 1942
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
Photography number 43.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and us...
Category
Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
"Crested Water Bird, " Art Deco Rondel in Black and Gold by Waylande Gregory
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare and winning, this lovely Art Deco porcelain rondel, glazed in black, gold and red on a white ground, was designed and executed by Waylande Gregory, the great American sculptor a...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Porcelain
Original Vintage World War Two Poster More Production He's A Fighting Fool WWII
Located in London, GB
Original vintage World War Two poster: More Production. He's a fighting fool - give him the best you've got. Image of an anti-aircraft gunner in a helmet watching the sky with three airplanes flying overhead. Artwork by Fred Ludekens (1900-1982). Printed by the US Government Printing Office, War Production Board - A3. The WPB was a government agency established during WW2 by US President, Franklin D...
Category
American Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Lithograph, Paper
French Academic Drawing, circa 1945-50
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a large mid-century French Academic drawing by J. L. Clemenceau (listed artist) that dates to circa 1945-50. The drawing was removed f...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
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Jean-Michel Basquiat The Paris Review, 1989 'Vintage Jean-Michel Basquiat'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Jean-Michel Basquiat The Paris Review:
1989 The Paris Review book, featuring Jean-Michel Basquiat cover art. Imagery features a reproduction of Basquiat's (untitled) 1982 Jackson.
Offset lithograph on double sided art book.
Measures approximately: 5.5 x 9 inches; soft cover. Approximately 50pgs.
Minor age related wear; in otherwise very good overall vintage condition.
1st edition, 1st printing 1989. Unsigned from an edition of unknown. Highly collectible.
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Jean-Michel Basquiat The Paris Review, 1982 (Basquiat Tuxedo)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Jean-Michel Basquiat The Paris Review:
1982 The Paris Review book, featuring an interior spread of Jean-Michel Basquiat's "Tuxedo" (1982). Imagery features 8 detailed segments of this esteemed 1982 work.
Art book. Offset printed interior images.
Measures approximately: 5.5 x 9 inches; soft cover. Approximately 50pgs.
Very good overall vintage condition.
1st edition, 1st printing 1982. Unsigned from an edition of unknown. Highly collectible.
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Italian Modern Abstract Mixed Media Painting on Paper and Metal Frame, 1972
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Abstract mixed media painting on paper and metal frame, 1972
Abstract style mixed media painting on paper. The gestural painting is characterized by rounded lines and...
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Italian Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Metal
H 26.38 in W 17.72 in D 0.79 in
Selection of vibrant Jazz series offset lithographs after Henri Matisse
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of vibrant "Jazz" series lithographs, as published in the facsimile edition book "Henri Matisse: Jazz" (New York: Museum of Modern Art and George Braziller, Inc., 1983). Th...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper, Wood
After Picasso "Bouquet of Peace" Lithograph
Located in New York, NY
After Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881 - 1971), "The Bouquet of Peace," lithograph, signed in plate.
Dimensions: Image: 22.75" H x 17" W; frame: 29" H x 23.5" W.
Dealer: S138XX
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Mid-Century Modern 1940s Wall Decorations
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Glass, Wood, Paper
Vibrant Color Lithograph after Henri Matisse
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vibrant color lithograph after Henri Matisse, circa 1950s. Signed, dated 1951, and titled, all within the lithograph. It has been framed in a simple, clean lined black lacquer wooden...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Glass, Wood, Paper
Naomi Campbell
By Allen Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Edition of 1,000 + 200 APs.
Hardcover with four fold-outs, signed by Naomi Campbell, 496 pages, 33 x 46.2 cm (13 x 18.2 in.), plus companion volume, ...
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Italian 1940s Wall Decorations
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Other
Goodbye Picasso, 1974
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Picasso book by David Douglas Duncan, 1974, printed in Switzerland. Beautiful cover and a staple coffee table book to have in your collection.
The award-winning photojourna...
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Swiss Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Vintage Poster by Bernard Buffet May 1958 Original Vintage Poster
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Original vintage poster by Bernard Buffet May 1958.
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Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
H 28.94 in W 18.71 in D 0.04 in
Henri Matisse "La Piscine Panel A" Orignal Lithograph, 1954 by Mourlot Freres
Located in London, GB
Henri Matisse "La Piscine Panel A" Orignal Lithograph printed in 1954 by the renowned Mourlot Freres, Paris. This original lithograph was published in a limited edition by Tériade. F...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Wood, Paper
H 41.93 in W 15.36 in D 0.79 in
Basquiat Keith Haring Roy Lichtenstein The Paris Review
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, Roy Lichtenstein: The Paris Review 1982-1992:
Vintage editions of The Paris Review, with one uniquely featuring an...
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Art Nouveau Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Iconic Limited Edition Fred Stein Photo of Albert Einstein
Located in New York, NY
Stunning large gelatin silver limited edition photograph; one of the most iconic images of the 20th century. One of only 450 in the edition.
“In 1946, when Albert Einstein was in residence at Princeton University, Fred Stein...
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Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Leilani & Mokihana by John Melville Kelly, 1943
By John Melville Kelly
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pair of lithographs titled “Lellani” and “Mokihana,” following the 1st edition of Kelly's “Etching of Hawaiians” book. Both lithographs are mounted on archival mat and famed under gl...
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Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Vintage WWII Poster An Enemy Ear May Be Near Loose Talk Spy Warning
By Essargeé
Located in London, GB
Original vintage World War Two home front espionage poster - an enemy ear may be near Stop all loose talk to strangers! This poster is published by the House of Seagram as part of it...
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American Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
H 27.56 in W 21.66 in D 0.04 in
Original Vintage WWII Poster Turn That Gas Down More Ships Home Front Savings
Located in London, GB
Original vintage World War Two propaganda poster to encourage energy savings - Turn that gas down! Less gas More ships - featuring a pot on a stove with the gas flame on high over th...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 0.04 in
Original Vintage WWII Poster Switch Off That Light More Planes Home Front Saving
Located in London, GB
Rare original vintage World War Two propaganda poster to encourage electricity energy saving - Switch off that light! Less light More planes - featuring an illustration of a light sw...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 0.04 in
Original Vintage WWII Poster Strictly Between You & Me Careless Talk Costs Lives
Located in London, GB
Original vintage World War Two poster by the notable British cartoonist and illustrator Fougasse (Cyril Kenneth Bird; 1887-1965) from the popular and iconic Careless Talk Costs Lives...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
H 12.41 in W 8.08 in D 0.04 in
Lithograph Reproduction After Henri Matisse Drawing
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lithograph reproduction from the book, Dessins: Themes et Variations (Martin Fabiani: Paris, 1943); series M6, 1942, Plume et Encre 1ere Variation
In good original condition, wit...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
'Still Life' Lithograph by Henri Matisse
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lithograph by Henri Matisse 1941
In good original condition.
Signed in the stone.
Henri Matisse (1869-1954) was a French artist, known for both his use of color and his fluid...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Vintage WWII Poster Women In The War We Can't Win Without Them USA
Located in London, GB
Original vintage World War Two home front propaganda poster - Women in the War We Can't Win Without Them - featuring a photo of a lady working on an a...
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American Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
H 40.56 in W 28.15 in D 0.04 in
Original Vintage WWII Poster Runaway Prices Economy Rationing War Bonds Victory
Located in London, GB
Original vintage propaganda poster distributed by the Office of War Information for the Office of Economic Stabilization to encourage citizens on the home front to cooperate with the US government plan for the economy during World War Two - I’m Out to Lick Runaway Prices Let’s All Follow the 7-Key Plan to Hold Prices Down. Design shows a determined looking young lady wearing a housewife apron and clenching her fist as she looks directly at the viewer with the title above and below in bold yellow text on a black background, the seven key plan listed below with keys as bullet points running vertically to spell the word Victory - 1. Buy and hold War Bonds...
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American Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
H 28.35 in W 20.08 in D 0.04 in
Original Vintage WWII Poster Give It Your Best Home Front War Effort USA Flag
Located in London, GB
Original vintage World War Two propaganda poster issued by the United States Office of War Information to encourage all Americans to serve their country on the home front as well as ...
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American Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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H 20.28 in W 28.55 in D 0.04 in
Portrait Lithograph in Paper after Original Matisse Drawing
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lithograph or plate from the book Dessins: Themes et Variations.
Edited by Martin Fabiani (Paris) in 1943.
In good original condition.
Henri Matisse (1869-1954) was a French a...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Six 1940s Satirical Vintage Drawings Posters
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Set of 6 photolithography posters collection all designed by E. Schoenenberger and published among with others by Nebelsparter publishing company, Rorschach, Switzerland. All items a...
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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