In this series, UAA team will list some of the interesting items that we have found in auctions, antique shops or eBay. Neither do we own the items nor we have the capability of examining the items in person in most cases. It mainly serves as an inventory record of what interests us (not necessarily … Continue reading A Gaggle of Interest – Nov 8, 2009
Tag: Vintage poster
A Gaggle of Interests – Nov 1, 2009 NYC Marathon Day!
In this series, UAA team will list some of the interesting items that we have found in auctions, antique shops or eBay. Neither do we own the items nor we have the capability of examining the items in person in most cases. It mainly serves as an inventory record of what interests us (not necessarily … Continue reading A Gaggle of Interests – Nov 1, 2009 NYC Marathon Day!
The Next Wave – The Paper That You Do Not Throw Away
At the Brooklyn Flea in Fort Greene, I have been amazed by the young crowd in front of the poster booths. Movie posters are perfect for a modern-looking New York apartment. For young collectors who have just started their careers, spending 50 dollars or so on a giant picture of "Silent Lamb" or "Vertigo" not … Continue reading The Next Wave – The Paper That You Do Not Throw Away
War and Peace — Posters Put Ease and Tensions on the Walls from Swann Galleries
But a visit to the Swann Galleries today opened my eyes and mind. The current vintage posters sale, which will be auctioned on Wednesday, has such a depth and variety in topics, styles and eras that the collective I am almost would guarantee that anyone can find something that they like. Contrary to the so-called high art, which has been reflecting tastes of a small elite group composed of artists, critics and deep-pocketed collectors, posters -- equipped with exuberant colors and vivacious patterns -- are born with public appeal and communicative power. In this sale, I have found commercial posters for some brands or companies, proganda posters for special periods and interestingly Mather work incentive posters made in 20's and 30's that reminded me of the slogans used in pre-Cultural-Revolutions era of China (except of course with bolder designs and somewhat humorous messages). [Read More...]
Urban Art & Antiques 