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Period: 1940s
"Dumbo, " Original British Film Poster
Located in London, GB
Original British film poster for Walt Disney's, 1941 animation film.
This poster is from the 1949 re-release of the film the art work was only use...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Georges Braque 1948 Color Cliché Print, Framed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Step into the innovative world of Georges Braque with this vibrant color cliché print from the Fauves collection, meticulously edited by Editions du Chêne in Paris, France, in 1948. ...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Travel Poster Genova Genoa Italy ENIT Tourism Italia Lighthouse
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for Genova / Genoa issued by the Italian Tourism Board ENIT featuring historic monuments and modern city buildings with a ...
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Italian Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
"Seated Male Nude, " Superb Drawing by Allyn Cox, US Capitol Muralist
By Allyn Cox
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This handsome drawing of a seated male nude, executed in pastel, demonstrates Allyn Cox's superb draftsmanship and mastery of color. Depicting his subject from behind, as he leans to his left, is reminiscent of the work of the great masters from the Renaissance, the 18th century and 19th century. Cox spent 20 years painting and restoring murals at the US Capitol...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
"Europa and the Bull/Taurus, " Art Deco Masterpiece by Szoeke
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In a brilliant interpretation of the Classic zodiac symbol for Taurus, Andrew Szoeke here depicts the bull with Europa, evoking the Greek mythological story where Zeus takes the form...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
I Know Where I'm Going
Located in London, GB
Original US black and white photographic production still used by the studio to advertise the film. these stills were sent out to news papers. This production still is from the films...
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American Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Pär Lindblad, Sweden, Oil on Canvas, Modernist Landscape, 1940s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pär Lindblad (1907-1981), Sweden. Oil on canvas. Modernist landscape.
Man on a bicycle along the coast. 1940s.
The canvas measures: 64 x 31 cm.
The fr...
Category
Swedish Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Fashion Illustration "Two Women In Dresses With Hats" by C. "Eric" Erickson
Located in New York, NY
Original fashion drawing by American artist Carl "Eric" Erickson (1891-1958). Eric spect the 1940s attending and documenting fashion shows under the supervision of Diana Vreeland. Er...
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Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
The Grapes of Wrath / Les Raisins de la Coiere
Located in London, GB
Original French film poster for the 1940 masterpiece directed John Ford and starred Henry Fonda, John Carradine, Jane Darwell.
The striking artwork is by Bernard Lancy (1892-1964) an...
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French Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Secret Beyond the Door
Located in London, GB
Original US film poster for the 1948 Film Noir Secret Beyond the Door.
This film was directed Fritz Lang and starred Joan Bennett and Michael Redgrave.
This poster is conservation li...
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American Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Montague Dawson: Gliding Along, The Deb, circa 1949
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Montague Dawson: Gliding Along, The Deb, circa 1949 This is a framed oil painting on canvas and shows the first 5.5 metre day boat built by George Nicholson sailing past Newtown Cre...
Category
European Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Very Oversized Vintage Display Scissors in Wood
Located in North Miami, FL
Whimsical scissors open and close as real scissors do, excellent rustic piece for the light at heart design. Can be mounted on a wall or just standing against a wall (as shown here).
Category
American Rustic Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood
Tsuchiya Koitsu Japanese Woodblock Print Sunset at Tomonotsu, Inland Sea, 1940
By Tsuchiya Koitsu
Located in Studio City, CA
A very beautiful, serene and relatively rare woodblock print by famed Japanese artist Tsuchiya Koitsu titled "Sunset at Tomonotsu, Inland Sea" was made...
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Japanese Showa Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Art Deco Wall Console with a Marble Top, USA, 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our exquisite Art Deco Wall Console With a Marble Top, proudly made in the USA during the 1940s. This stunning piece of furniture is sure to elevate your home décor with its vintage charm and timeless elegance.
Crafted from high-quality materials, this wall-mounted shelf features a beautiful gold gilt finish and an intricate carved base that adds a touch of luxury to any room. The marble top adds a touch of sophistication and serves as a perfect spot to display your favorite photos, vases or other decorative items.
This Art Deco Wall Console is not only a beautiful addition to your space, but it is also functional. It provides ample storage space for your everyday items, such as keys...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Marble
"Two Philosophers", 1948 Painting with Two Male Nudes by Arthur Kampf
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Serving, perhaps, as a commentary on the futility and horror of war, this allegorical painting of "Two Philosophers" was made by Arthur Kampf in 1948-49, shortly after the end of World War II and toward the end of his long life. Kampf was known for his historical and allegorical paintings, including a large scene showing a group of nude soldiers...
Category
German Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Pablo Picasso Framed Artwork, Editions du Chene, 1943
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Step into the timeless brilliance of Pablo Picasso with this extraordinary color cliché, expertly edited by Editions du Chêne in Paris, France, in 1943. Adorned by a stunning solid w...
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Drawing for General Electric/Jeep, possibly by Rockwell Kent
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This original drawing was created for an advertisement by General Electric for its portable power generators, here shown powering a saw wielded by two lumberjacks. Attributed to Roc...
Category
American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Restored Vintage 1949 Rattan Framed Crane Barkcloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This framed crane barkcloth fabric sample, produced by the Spectrum company around 1949, served as a showcase of mid-century design aesthetics. Displayed in rattan showrooms across t...
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American Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
"Angel Battling the Hydra, " Fantastic Art Deco Sculptural Relief with Male Nude
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dating to 1943, at the height of Great Britain's battle, newly joined by America, against the Nazis, this rare, Art Deco bas relief sculptural panel was commissioned and presented by the Air Ministry to fund raisers across Britain "In Recognition of Successful Achievement in Wings for Victory Week," and in particular the "Per Ardua Ad Astra" campaign (which quoted the Royal Air Force's motto, translated as “Through Adversity to the Stars"). The panel features a nude male angel...
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British Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Bakelite
`Pair 1940s French Regency Maison Bagues Gilt & Patinated Hands Holding Shelf
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1940's Pair French Gilt & Patinated Bronze "Shelf Supports". Opposing Bronze Hands/ Fists Hold Up the shelf. That is how it is supposed to look. I myself do not know exactly how the...
Category
French Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Bronze
Important Limoges-Style Altar Panel
Located in Madrid, ES
This extraordinary piece is a handcrafted masterpiece of silversmithing, created in the first half of the 20th century in renowned jewelry workshops (as evidenced by the label on the...
Category
Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Bronze
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Walthere Jamar
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique framed oil painting on canvas by Walthere Jamar (1866-1950) is a panoramic landscape that captures the glory of nature in all her splendor! Jamar has used varying brush techn...
Category
Belgian Expressionist Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Set of 9 Karl Blossfeldt Black White Flower Photogravure Botanic Photography
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Karl Blossfeldt original photogravure from the edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur' in 1942.
Photography number 1. 'Aconitum. Eisenhut. Junger Sproß in 6 facher Vergrößerung.'
...
Category
Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Mario Carreño "Serenade" Oil Painting on Canvas, Cuba 1941, Signed
Located in Miami, FL
Mario Carreño "Serenade" Oil Painting on Canvas, Cuba 1941, Signed
Offered for sale is an important oil on canvas painting by Cuban artist Mario Carreño (1913-1999) signed and date...
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Cuban Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
"Six Scenes with Male Nudes, " Drawings from Morocco by Jacques Azéma, 1946
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A remarkable ensemble of drawings dating to 1946, on one sheet of paper, each scene depicting one or more male nude figures, this work displays the stylization and mannerism that is suggestive of Le Corbusier and his contemporaries. The artist was Jacques Azéma...
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Vintage Pair of Romantic Wedgewood Figural Art
By Wedgewood
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Romantic pair of horizontal framed wedgewood figural art in gorgeous color green with cream maidens with wonderful poses. The framing while aged compliments the art having gold velv...
Category
American Neoclassical Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
Belgium baroque painting of vase with flowers signed Jos Pas, 1944
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1940 / Painting / canvas, wood / Rococo / Baroque
A Belgium oil painting signed Jos Pas, 1944 of a vase with orange flowers, grapes and a painting in the background. The ...
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Belgian Baroque Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Early Important Harry Bertoia Monotype
Located in Chicago, IL
Early Important Harry Bertoia Monotype, One of his first works on paper, Monoprint on Rice Raper
Signed to verso ‘HB’. Inscribed to lower right ...
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Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
"Libra, " Important Art Deco Panel by Andrew Szoeke
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brilliant in design and palette, this very rare Art Deco panel was created in felt applique by Andrew Szoeke, the Hungarian-American artist best known f...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Set of 12 vintage post-war British design posters Council Industrial Design 1946
Located in Hastings, GB
Want a whole wall covered? Here's a set of 12 oak-framed original post-war British design quiz posters, produced by the Council of Industrial Design in 1946, presumably a tie-in to t...
Category
English Industrial Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Oak, Paper
Original Vintage WWII Poster The Downfall Of The Dictators Is Assured RAF Berlin
Located in London, GB
Original vintage World War Two propaganda poster entitled R.A.F day raiders over Berlin's official quarter The Downfall of the Dictators is Assured featuring dynamic artwork of British de Havilland Mosquito planes dropping bombs over Berlin in Germany with the Royal Air Force RAF roundel visible on the aircraft and Nazi flags...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage World War Two Poster Buy Victory Bonds WWII Soldier Sailor Navy
Located in London, GB
Original vintage World War Two poster - Buy Victory Bonds - featuring a dynamic battle scene with explosions in the background and three men in military uniform armed with guns charging forward over barbed wire, an army soldier...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
"Wear the 'FIGHTIN'EST' wings in the service" Vintage WWII Marines Poster 1942
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is an original World War II Marines recruitment poster from 1942. The poster, a color lithograph, was printed by the Alpha Litho. Co., out of Camden, NJ. In the center of the composition appears a striking blue eagle, which tears apart a Japanese plane with its talons. The poster displays the slogan "Wear the FIGHTINEST wings in the service, Fly with the Marines" in bold letters above and below the image. On the bottom in black lettering is the phrase: "Apply, or write, to nearest recruiting station." The Marines logo appears in yellow in the top right hand corner of the composition, set against a red background.
The Second World War ushered in the biggest government-led advertising campaign to date, critical to the wartime communication needs of every combatant: from raising money, recruiting soldiers and boosting volunteer efforts, to spurring production and provoking outrage at enemy atrocities. The Office of War Information (OWI) commissioned some of the nation’s leading artists to produce the stark, colorful graphic designs. The posters played to the fears, frustrations, and faith in freedoms that lingered in people's minds during the war.
The most common themes found in the posters were the consequences of careless talk, supporting the war effort at home through conservation, victory gardens, and the purchasing of War Bonds, and anti-German and Japanese propaganda...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
"U.S. Marines. Reserved for you!" Vintage WWII Marine Corps Recruitment Poster
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is an original World War II Marines recruitment poster, designed by Joe Richards. The poster, a color lithograph, was issued on November 28, 1941, less than 10 days before the a...
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North American 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 23. 'Acer Rufinerve. Ahorn. Sprossen in 10 facher Vergrößerung.'
In ...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Travel Poster Berlin Awaits Its Guests Germany Wagner Bear
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster - Berlin awaits its Guests / Berlin erwartet seine Gaste - featuring a fun illustration of the mascot a Berlin bear holding the historical Brandenburg ...
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German 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 26. cosmos bipinatus (Compositae). Schmuckkörbchen, Mexiko-aster. Kelchblätter in 8 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
Original Vintage Workplace Safety Poster Roll Them Up Its Safer Tom Eckersley
Located in London, GB
Original vintage workplace safety poster issued by the Ministry of Labour and National Service and produced by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents ROSPA - Roll Them Up ...
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British Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Travel Poster BEA London Bainbridge Mounted Household Cavalry
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for London by British European Airways BEA featuring great design by John Bainbridge (1918-1978) depicting a black and white illustration of a smiling ...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Travel Poster Dolomiti Visit The Dolomites Italy Alps Mountains
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for The Dolomites / Dolomiti in Italy - Design features a family of tourists looking on in awe at the Dolomites mountain r...
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Italian Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Poster Pin Up Lady Telephone Hat George Petty Design Art USA
Located in London, GB
Original vintage poster featuring an illustration by the notable American pin-up artist George Brown Petty IV (1894-1975) depicting a lady in a sheer body suit holding a sketch of a ...
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American Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Ben Shahn "Deserted Fairground" Rare 1948 Screenprint
By Ben Shahn
Located in Sharon, CT
Privately printed and distributed by the artist. Signed in the matrix. Unframed.
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage War Health Safety Poster Sound Tools Safer Working ROSPA WWII
Located in London, GB
Original vintage World War Two health and safety poster published by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents ROSPA - Sound Tools Safer Working - featuring a great graphic d...
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British Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage War Poster Careless Talk Strictly Between You And Me Fougass
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
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Travel Poster BEA London Trafalgar Square Westminster Chapman
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for London by British European Airways BEA featuring design by Kenneth George Chapman (1908-1993) depicting a black and white illustration of a smiling...
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British Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Travel Poster Holland Jan Wijga Netherlands Sailboat Windmill
By Jan Wijga
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for Holland featuring colourful design by Jan Wijga (1902-1978) depicting a lady wearing the red, white and blue stripes of the flag on her swimsuit di...
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Dutch Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Documentary Film Poster Whales In Antarctica Life Of Insects
Located in London, GB
Original vintage poster advertising the new Soviet film collection No. 6 of Popular Science and Documentary movies - За Китами в Антарктику / After the Whales in Antarctica - featuri...
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Russian Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Vintage Travel Poster Wallis Zwitserland Erich Hermes Switzerland Swiss
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for Wallis Zwitserland / Valais Switzerland featuring a scenic view by the notable painter and poster artist Erich Hermes (1881-1971) depicting people ...
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Swiss Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
"Capricorn, " Important Art Deco Tile with Zodiac Theme by MacLeary
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Created by Bonnie MacLeary, a Texas-born sculptor famed for her "Aspiration" and "Ouch" bronzes, two of several created in the 1920s, this classic Art Deco tile...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Original Vintage Map Poster Marruecos Espanol Spanish Morocco Illustrated Design
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel map poster for Marruecos Espanol / Spanish Morocco featuring a great illustration of an outline of the Africa contin...
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Spanish Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure: Nature's Elegance in Classic Frame (1942)
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Presenting a captivating Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure from the 1942 edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur.'
In its original condition, this piece boasts minor wear that beautifully weaves into its historical narrative, showcasing a lovely patina that adds to its charm.
Karl Blossfeldt, a luminary in German photography and artistry, left an indelible mark with his close-up photographs of plants...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Hollywood Regency Pair of Grosfeld House Style Carved Wall Brackets Plume Motif
Located in Savannah, GA
Handsome wall shelves of a composite material made to look like carved wood with gilded feathers. They are in the 1940s style of Grosfeld House Co. and are modeled in the neoclassica...
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American Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Plaster
Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by Flora Crockett (1892-1979)
By Flora Crockett
Located in Ventura, CA
Attributed to Flora Crockett (American, 1892-1979), Untitled Abstraction.
Flora Crockett is a newly discovered American abstractionist whose career spanned the middle decades of th...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Original Vintage War Recruitment Poster Women Of Wales WWII Join Him Army ATS
Located in London, GB
Original vintage World War Two recruitment poster - Women of Wales! Join Him in the Army From the six counties of North Wales 5,000 Women for the ATS and 5,000 Women for Munitions ne...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Vintage Poster Life In Britain To-Day Department Store Grace Golden
Located in London, GB
Original vintage poster - Life in Britain To-Day A Typical Department Store - published by the Central Office of Information featuring a fascinating detailed illustration by the Engl...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Large FRamed Ghanaian Fante Flag
Located in London, GB
A large Ghanaian hand stitched Fante Asafo flag, in a dark walnut frame. Depicting the Union Jack, a central lion, surrounded by four clubs.
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Ghanaian Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
Materials
Cotton, Beech
Rare Original Vintage Ski Sport Poster La Molina Ski Championships Spain
Located in London, GB
Rare original vintage ski sport poster for the Spanish National Ski Championships - Espana Campeonatos Nacionales de Esqui - organised by the Catalan Ski Federation in La Molina and ...
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Spanish Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Vintage Advertising Poster BSA Steamlight Bicycles Cycling Design Art
Located in London, GB
Original vintage advertising poster for BSA Streamlight Bicycles featuring a colourful image of a smartly dressed cyclist smiling to the viewer as he rides his new bike below the tex...
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British Vintage 1940s Wall Decorations
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Paper
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