Ivan Chermayeff
Ivan Chermayeff (1932-2017) was a legend of graphic design. He mastered the ability to create logos, illustrations, and branding devices that were immediately clear and communicable—though not without a dose of his…
Ivan Chermayeff (1932-2017) was a legend of graphic design. He mastered the ability to create logos, illustrations, and branding devices that were immediately clear and communicable—though not without a dose of his…
In anticipation of our 77th Auction, our Editorial Director, Jessica Adams, asked gallery owner and poster extraordinaire Jack Rennert to walk us through the gallery. He shared his thoughts on some…
Although we have one of the greatest Beatles aficionados on our staff, we received a print that eluded us all: a film poster for All This and World War II, which…
This Valentine's Day, we naturally turned to posters for romantic inspiration. Couples appear frequently in posters throughout the ages as a hook to draw in passersby, and with good reason: anyone can relate…
Don't be misled by all of the big ticket items at auction—you, too, can own a great vintage poster without dipping into your children's college funds. Our Creative Director, Jim…
There's no denying that we're crazy about posters—but sometimes, our favorite posterists make unique works that give invaluable insight to their creative process and artistic skill. Whether it's a maquette for…
For Gatsbies and grifters alike, the Art Deco era encouraged high-class and streamlined aesthetics in fashion—as well as in art and design. To complete the look, hats were essential, and dapper men…
From the pits of hell to the sanctity of heaven, Art Nouveau posters sure do cover the spectrum of suffering and delight. Our Creative Director, Jim McCobb, combined some of…
Though the term femme fatale was not coined until the 20th century, the archetype of the dangerous heartbreaker is centuries old—and she continues to be the magnetic anti-heroine of art, film, and culture to…
There are some spectacular bargains in our 76th Rare Poster Auction on Sunday, Oct. 28, including works by David Klein, Tadanori Yokoo, Chéret and Grün! Dive in!