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Posters For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Expressionist
Original Vintage Poster-Paul Colin-Wash All with Tac-Lessive, 1960
By Paul Colin
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original Vintage Poster-Paul Colin-Wash All with Tac-Lessive, 1960
TAC Wash / Laundry Beads Promotion Poster. A duck represents the brand on the poster.
Additional Details:
Materi...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Posters
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Paper
Klein, Original TWA Poster, India, Sacred Elephant, Plane, Tourism Aviation 1960
By David Klein
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Travel advertising poster from the TWA company to promote tourism in India.
Artist: Klein David (1918-2005)
Title: India – Fly TWA Jets
Date: circa 1960
P...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Bardot 'Love is My Profession' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Yugoslavian, 1959
Located in Devon, GB
A coquettish Brigitte Bardot starred opposite Jean Gabin in Claude Autant-Lara's 1958 film 'En Cas de Malheur', literally translated as 'In Case of Adversity' but released in the Uni...
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1950s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper, Linen
Otmar Alt Original 1972 Olympic Poster
By Otmar Alt
Located in Weesp, NL
Experience the vibrant spirit of the 1972 München Olympic Games with the iconic poster created by the renowned artist Otmar Alt. This poster not only commemorates a historic event but also showcases Alt's distinctive artistic style and creativity.
Otmar Alt, a German painter, graphic artist, and sculptor born in 1940, is celebrated for his colorful and playful artworks. His whimsical and imaginative approach to art has earned him a prominent place in the world of contemporary art, making his creations highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts.
The München Olympic poster by Otmar Alt captures the essence of the Olympic Games with its dynamic composition and lively colors. Alt's unique artistic vision shines through in every detail, from the bold typography to the energetic illustrations that evoke the excitement and camaraderie of athletic competition.
As an official poster for the 1972 München Olympics, this artwork not only serves as a memento of a significant sporting event but also represents the creative fusion of sports and art. Whether you're an art lover, a sports enthusiast, or a collector of Olympic memorabilia...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
John Michael Eckert Original Mid-Century French Art Poster Dated 1977
Located in Miami, FL
Original midcentury J.M. Eckert art poster from the 1977 exhibit in the beautiful seaside village of Villefranche-sur-Mer, France.
This is an original not a reprint. We recommend p...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
'Cool Hand Luke' Original Vintage Australian Daybill Movie Poster, 1967
Located in Devon, GB
An uber cool Australian Daybill for the 1967 American prison drama 'Cool Hand Luke' starring Paul Newman in an Oscar nominated performance as the titular anti-hero, a free spirited prisoner who refuses to conform to the system, as indicated by the poster's tagline "The man... and the motion picture that simply do not conform." Acclaimed as one of the key movies of the 1960s, the film's anti-establishment ethos touched a nerve during a time of growing opposition to the Vietnam War. The Australian Daybill was printed using stone lithography based on US artist James Bama...
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1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Piero Fornasetti, Mid-Century Modern, Exhibition Poster, Paper, Light Wood Frame
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern Piero Fornasetti Exhibition Poster, Deocrative Art, Framed
PIERO FORNASETTI (1913-1988)
'Fornasetti's Decorative Objects' poster
Italy, 1989
Provenance: Christie...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Wood, Paper
Vintage Psychedelic 'Destiny Zodiac Love Chart' Poster by Michael Farrell, 1970s
Located in Bristol, GB
Vintage Mid-Century Fluorescent Astrology Print
Completely original poster dating from 1972 by celebrated 20th Century artist Michael Farrell.
Published by IPC Magazines Ltd.
Two red-head nudes recline on a trippy stylised splash of peacock feathers, butterflies and naturalistic foliage around a central zodiac wheel...
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1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
'The Great Escape' Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster, 1963
Located in Devon, GB
Best known for his action packed James Bond posters, American artist Frank McCarthy's dynamic design for John Sturges' spectacular 1963 wartime adventure 'The Great Escape' features king of cool Steve McQueen front and centre, leading co-stars James Garner, Richard Attenborough and their fellow prisoners of war in their legendary escape from a German cap during World War II. McQueen cemented his superstardom as the daredevil Captain Hilts, whose irreverence towards Nazi authority repeatedly lands him in solitary confinement, earning him the nickname 'The Cooler King,' before gunning his motorcycle over a barbed wire fence...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper, Linen
Original Vintage Canvas Poster of " Bata ", Switzerland, 1950s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Original Vintage Canvas Advertsiting Poster of " Bata ", Switzerland, 1950s
Original Ardevertising Vintage Poster of "Bata shoes company", Studio Selecta - Zurich Switzerland, 1950s
Original BATA poster...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Canvas
Steve McQueen 'Bullitt' Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster, 1968
Located in Devon, GB
In one of his most famous roles at the pinnacle of his career, Steve McQueen is the essence of cool as tough cop Frank Bullitt in this action-packed 1968 crime thriller, featuring on...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper, Linen
"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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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Vintage historical wall map of Europe around 1812, Belgium 1950s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1950 / school map Europe 1812 / canvas, wood / Mid-century / vintage
Beautiful vintage wall-mounted historical map of Europe around 1812, designed by Inst. J.B. Wolters Mi...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Canvas, Wood
School Wall Chart, Monaco
Located in Wolfurt, AT
MONACO(D) MONACO(DK) MONACO(E) MONACO(F) MONACO(GB) MONACO(I) MOMACO(NL)
Foto: H. Hariz, Hamburg - Druck: Herder Druck Freiburg im Breisga
Europa ET Schola Editio. Alphen aan...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Vintage "South Coast Village" Poster by Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage "South coast village, Santa Ana, California" poster by Peter Max, circa 1973. The poster announces the grand opening of the shopping center in Augu...
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Mid-20th Century American Expressionist Posters
Materials
Paper
James Bond 'You Only Live Twice' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Australian, 1967
Located in Devon, GB
The fifth film in EON Productions' James Bond series and the last of Sean Connery's first stint starring as the suave secret agent, it was announced during filming of 'You Only Live ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper, Linen
"Ready. Join U.S. Marines" Vintage WWII Recruitment Poster by Haddon Sundblom
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is an original World War II Marines recruitment poster, issued in 1942. The poster depicts a uniformed Marine, standing strong and proud at attention. The persuasive text reads ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Steve McQueen 'Bullitt' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Japanese, 1968
Located in Devon, GB
In one of his most famous roles at the pinnacle of his career, Steve McQueen is the essence of cool as tough cop Frank Bullitt in this action-packed 1968 thriller, featuring one of m...
Category
1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Signed Art Exhibition Poster by Artist Ivicevic Slobodan, 1975
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful original midcentury poster signed by listed artist Ivicevic Slobodan on July 2, 1975 in Nice, France during his exhibit at the famous L'Art Marginal.
As shown on the le...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Otl Aicher Olympic Games Munich 1972, Fencing Sport, Original Poster
By Otl Aicher
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare
- marked
- original
- can be framed and glazed.
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Marcel Duchamp Cage Rotorelief Konig Series 133, 1987
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Marcel Duchamp Rotoreliefs, 1987 Konig Series 133.
Henri-Robert-Marcel Duchamp (French 28 July 1887-2 October 1968) was a French, naturalized American painter, sculptor, chess pla...
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
1964 Goldfinger Original Vintage Poster
Located in Winchester, GB
Released in 1964, "Goldfinger" is the third outing of Sean Connery as James Bond. One of the absolutely quintessential Bond films, and one of the most iconic movies of all time, the film is based on Ian Fleming's 1959 novel of the same name.
This beautiful piece of cinema and poster history is in absolutely fantastic condition and is one of the most sought after & rare James Bond posters. Featuring Robert Brownjohn's legendary composite photography design depicting Connery's Bond and Pussy Galore within Shirley...
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Linen, Paper
'An Ideal Husband' Original Vintage Movie Poster by Wiktor Gorka, Polish, 1956
By Wiktor Gorka
Located in Devon, GB
Although Western films were shown during the Soviet era in the Communist Bloc, American publicity materials were banned, allowing the state-commissioned artists to operate with total creative freedom from the demands of the big Hollywood studios...
Category
1950s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper, Linen
Vintage Kid Creole Concert Poster 1985
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Kid Creole and the Coconuts 1985 concert poster:
This rare Kid Creole and the Coconuts announcement/poster was published on the occasion of his December 26th, 1985 show at Carnegie Hall. This was the band's debut performance at Carnegie Hall, and it was written about in the New York Times: "THE POP LIFE; CARNEGIE HALL DEBUT FOR KID CREOLE" (December 25th, 1985).
Medium: Offset printed concert poster.
Dimensions: 11 x 17 inches.
Good overall vintage condition.
Unsigned from an edition of unknown.
American latin pop band founded by August Darnell aka Thomas Browder in 1980 in New York City. Fronted by Kid Creole (2) backed by the trio of The Coconuts and also featuring Coati Mundi, they enjoyed most of their success in the eighties. Their debut album was critically well-received but not successful commercially. Their second album was a concept album matched with a New York Public Theater stage production; it received positive reviews, with Darnell recognized as a clever lyricist and astute composer, arranger and producer. Their international breakthrough came with their third album, 1982's Tropical Gangsters, which hit #3 in the UK and spun off three Top 10 hits with Stool Pigeon, Annie, I'm Not Your Daddy and I'm A Wonderful Thing, Baby ; Dear Addy also made the Top 40. In the US the album was retitled Wise Guy and reached #145, and I'm a Wonderful Thing, Baby flirted with the R&B charts. Dixit Darnell: "In the Savannah Band I’d modelled my style on 1930s/40s jazz singer and showman Cab Calloway, and I created Kid Creole as an extreme version of that, a sort of lounge lizard...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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Paper
'Some Like It Hot' Original Vintage Movie Poster, American, 1959
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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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Linen, Paper
Iconic 1971 Large Original Framed Poster 'Bullfighting Alacete, Spain'
Located in Pewsey, GB
An Iconic Original Bullfighting Large Poster (September Month 1971) that has been beautifully framed for the The Plaza de Toros de Albacete a bullring in the town of the Albacete, in...
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1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
'Please, Not Now!' Original Vintage Australian Daybill Movie Poster, 1963
Located in Devon, GB
A sultry Brigitte Bardot sizzles on this striking stone lithography poster for the French screwball rom-com 'La Bride sur le cou,' released in Australia and the UK as 'Please, Not Now!' and in the US as 'Only For Love'. Bardot starred as the saucy young model who enlists a handsome doctor in a zany plan to make her boyfriend jealous when he goes off with an American heiress. Directed by Bardot''s former husband Roger Vadim...
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1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Linen, Paper
James Dean 'Rebel Without a Cause' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Finnish, 1956
Located in Devon, GB
A rare poster for the first Finnish release of the Classic 1955 teenage drama "Rebel Without A Cause," with artwork by Engel. Starring James Dean in his most celebrated role as a tro...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper, Linen
'An American in Paris' Original Vintage Australian Daybill Movie Poster, 1951
Located in Devon, GB
Printed in stunning stone lithography, this scarce Australian Daybill poster joyfully declared the original Australian release of MGM's 'An American in Paris' as "the gayest, the most gorgeous, the greatest musical ever." Inspired by a 1928 orchestral composition by George Gershwin, the classic 1951 musical starred Gene Kelly as an American ex-GI who remains in Paris after the war to become an artist and falls for a gamine Parisienne played by a nineteen year old Leslie Caron, who Kelly had spotted performing with the Ballets des Champs-Élysées two years previously. Following the devastation and trauma of the Second World War, producer Arthur Freed...
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1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Linen, Paper
Original Vintage Fine Art Exhibition Poster MODIGLIANI DEPUIS BONNARD, 1957
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Original vintage Fine art exhibition poster MODIGLIANI DEPUIS BONNARD, 1957
This is an original vintage poster from 1957
Artist
Modi...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Framed Joan Miró "Les Essències de la Terra" Exhibition Poster – Sala Gaspar
By Joan Miró
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Discover a rare piece of art history with this original 1968 exhibition poster for Joan Miró’s Les Essències de la Terra, displayed at the iconic Sala Gaspar in Barcelona. Created fo...
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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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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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1940s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Poster for Gaspar Room by Georges Braque, circa 1975.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
"19 paintings from 1919 to 1962" (from the Georges Braque exhibition at the Sala Gaspar in January 1975)
Manufactured in Spain, circa 1975.
In original condition with minor wear co...
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1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Advertising Poster State Security Post Office Savings Bank
Located in London, GB
Original vintage advertising poster - State Security Post Office Savings Bank - featuring a colourful midcentury design by the notable artist Tom Eckersley (1914-1997) depicting a st...
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1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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Paper
'Ulysses' Original Vintage Movie Poster by Wiktor Gorka, Polish, 1957
By Wiktor Gorka
Located in Devon, GB
A simplified adaptation of Homer's 'Odyssey,' the 1954 Italian fantasy-adventure film 'Ulysses' follows the warrior king on his wandering ten year journey home to Ithaca after the Trojan War, where his loyal queen and son pray for his safe return. Kirk Douglas starred as the titular Greek hero, alongside producer Dino De Laurentiis' wife Silvana Mangano in a double role as both the faithful wife Penelope and mysterious sorceress Circe. Shot over seven months on a budget of $3 million, with almost a year in post-production, 'Ulysses' earned $124 million at the US box office alone and provided a template for Italian productions to come, igniting the sword-and-sandal craze for lavish Greco-Roman historical...
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1950s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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Paper
Italian 007 "Thunderball" Movie 1980 Rerelease Poster by Rotopress Roma
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Vintage poster that chronicles the iconic fourth James Bond movie,“Thunderball“, originally released in 1965. An original Italian rerelease poster for the movie by Rotopress Roma. Cu...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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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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1940s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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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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1940s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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Paper
Original Vintage Drink Advertising Poster Van Nelle Coffee Tea Freshly Stocked
Located in London, GB
Original vintage drink advertising poster for Van Nelle featuring a great design with the black, blue and red lettering on a yellow background inside a red and blue frame and stylise...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Drink Advertising Poster Van Nelle Coffee Tea Fresh In Stock
Located in London, GB
Original vintage drink advertising poster for Van Nelle featuring a great graphic design with the black and white lettering on a red and blue background - Van Nelle Highly Recommende...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Drink Advertising Poster Van Nelle Coffee Tea Great Care
Located in London, GB
Original vintage coffee and tea drink advertising poster for Van Nelle featuring a colourful design with the text in black, white and brown lettering on a yellow, red and blue backgr...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Jean Dubuffet Silkscreen Serigraph Abstract Exhibition Poster
Located in Skokie, IL
Jean Dubuffet Silkscreen Serigraph Abstract Exhibition Poster
This original vintage poster is a rare piece. It was created for an exhibiti...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Metal
'The Thomas Crown Affair' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Japanese, 1968
Located in Devon, GB
Starring Steve McQueen and Faye Dunawaye, Norman Jewison's stylish 1968 caper 'The Thomas Crown Affair' saw debonair bank executive and multi-million dollar heist mastermind Thomas C...
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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper, Linen
'Loterie Nationale' Original Vintage French Lithograph Poster, by Brenot, 1965
By Brenot
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'Loterie Nationale' original vintage French lithograph poster, by Brenot, 1965
Pierre-Laurent Brenot, was a French painter who also...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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Paper
Mid-Century "Hommage a Pablo Picasso" Lithograph / Poster
Located in San Diego, CA
Highly collectible mid-century "Hommage a Pablo Picasso" anniversary lithograph / poster, circa 1971. The print is in good vintage condition with some creases as shown in the picture...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Czech, 1978
Located in Devon, GB
A fantastically bizarre poster by Jan Weber for the first Czech release of "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest." Although Western films were shown during the Soviet era in the Communist Bloc, American publicity materials were banned, allowing the state-commissioned artists to operate with total creative freedom from the demands of the big Hollywood studios, offering quirky and sometimes surreal interpretations which often had little reference to the film. Weber's intense halftone design featuring a triplicate of manic Jack Nicholson faces is presumably a nod to insanity and multiple personality disorders. Based on the 1962 novel of the same name by Ken Kesey...
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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Paper
1988 David Hockney Original Exhibition Malcolm Bradford Hall Los Angeles
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
1988 David Hockney Original Exhibition Malcolm Bradford Hall Los Angeles
Rare, Original, Vintage 1988 David Hockney Out-of-Print, limited edition Lithograph. Published in Yorkshire,...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
James Dean 'East of Eden' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Romanian, 1968
Located in Devon, GB
A dark and moody photomontage teases the love triangle at the centre of the drama on this rare poster for the first Romanian release of Elia Kazan's 1955 adaptation of John Steinbeck...
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1960s Romanian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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Linen, Paper
'Easy Rider' Original Vintage Movie Poster, American, 1969
Located in Devon, GB
A touchstone of the American counterculture movement, Dennis Hopper's 1969 revolutionary road drama 'Easy Rider' defined a generation of disillusioned youth, marking a turning point ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Linen, Paper
'Ocean's 11' Original Vintage U.S. Insert Movie Poster, 1960
Located in Devon, GB
Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. ooze effortless cool as they stroll down the Las Vegas strip on this scarce US insert poster for seminal 1960 heist movie ‘Ocean’s 11...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
"Piscina Di Sarteano" Original Vintage Poster, 1962
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A charming poster which was created to promote a swimming pool in Italy that was open to the public. It is designed with a crisp graphic style to convey a sense of relaxation and ele...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
'Eye' Poster Dress by Harry Gordon, Poster Dresses Ltd. London, England
Located in London, GB
1st edition 1968. 'Poster Dress - Eye', a disposable paper dress screen printed tissue, wood pulp and rayon mesh, with internal 'Poster Dresses' label, in...
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Paper
Thomas McKnight Serigraph
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Thomas McKnight serigraph. Artwork is 39" x 35". Framed measures 49" x 45.5" x 1.5". Acrylic cover has scratches and frame has chips, so reframing ...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Posters
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Paper
Leo Castelli Poster
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Leo Castelli poster.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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Paper
VintageJean Cocteau Original Stone Lithograph Poster Custom Framed
By Jean Cocteau, Mourlot
Located in North Miami, FL
This original and authentic Mid-Century Modern French stone lithograph designed by Jean Cocteau from the 1950s is for a ceramic exhibition of his pieces at Galerie Pont de Arts in th...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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Wood, Paper
Mid-Century Andre Giroux ABC Poster for A. Binet Auto Parts Productions
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mid-Century Andre Giroux ABC Poster for A. Binet Auto Parts Productions. Printed in France. "All the auto parts you need can be found at Productions, A. B...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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Paper
1950 Monte-Carlo Original Vintage Poster
Located in Winchester, GB
Absolutely stunning poster promoting the area of Monte-Carlo in Monaco from 1950. This mid-century piece has timeless class with artwork from French artist, widely regarded as the fa...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
Materials
Linen, Paper
Original Vintage Midcentury French 'Campari Soda' Poster by Mingozzi, 1950
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Original vintage midcentury French 'Campari Soda' poster by Mingozzi, 1950
This original vintage lithograph poster epitomizes the opulent 1950s era. Th...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Posters
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Other
Antique and Vintage Posters
Add a welcome personal touch to your space and tie your distinctive interior scheme together by introducing antique and vintage posters to any and every room of your home.
In the late 19th century, following the advent of text-heavy posters printed from woodblocks for use in taverns and shop windows, hand-drawn poster art had become commonplace in regions such as France, England and the United States. Well-known illustrators were commissioned to produce decorative posters to advertise political campaigns, theatrical events, books, household goods and other items. Early poster artists used a printmaking technique called lithography, which sees drawings or paintings created on a stone (or metal) surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche (an oily wash). The image is eventually affixed to the surface by means of a chemical reaction, and ink adheres to certain sections of the surface while non–image areas are made to repel the ink.
If you wanted a color lithograph in the early days, the number of stones prepared had to match the number of colors you commissioned for the poster. French painter Jules Chéret, widely known as the father of the modern poster, designed some of history's most popular lithographic posters that featured color. Today, Chéret’s art is highly collectible, along with original works by Czech painter and decorative artist Alphonse Mucha, whose posters advertising theatrical productions helped define Art Nouveau.
Over time, poster artists transitioned to more advanced techniques. Using silkscreens, woodblocks and photolithography, painters and illustrators printed larger quantities at a faster rate.
If you’ve finally tracked down that vintage movie poster, mid-century modern promotional travel poster or other work and you’re looking to find out if it is valuable, distinguishing between an original poster and a reproduction can be complicated. A professional appraiser can work with you on factors such as rarity, assessing the physical condition of your poster and authenticating your piece. For now, take care of your new acquisition because conserving posters is essential in helping them retain their value. A practical conservation method is to have the work mounted on archival, acid-free paper and thin artist’s canvas, then enclosing it in a sturdy frame. (And here is a primer on how to hang wall art, be it arranged gallery-style or otherwise.)
On 1stDibs, find all kinds of posters for your home today.