New York World’s Fair
Artist: Bob Peak
Date: Copyright 1961 (Fair held 1964–1965)
Size: 11 × 16 in. (28 × 41 cm)
Print Type: Offset Lithograph
Condition: Excellent “A” on linen
Comments:
Original poster for the New York World’s Fair, with copyright 1961 by Unisphere. The fair took place at Flushing Meadows, Queens, in 1964–1965 and promoted themes of technology, innovation, and international culture.
The artwork is by Bob Peak (1927–1992), a major American illustrator recognized for transforming the look of commercial graphics in the mid-20th century. Often called the “father of the modern movie poster,” Peak created iconic images for Apocalypse Now, Superman, and Star Trek, alongside important advertising and cultural commissions. His work for the World’s Fair reflects his bold graphic style at the height of his career.
This smaller format poster has been professionally mounted on linen and is preserved in excellent condition.
Cercle des beaux-arts by Donnay for Les Affiches Etrangeres 1894
Artist: Donnay Printer: Chaix Imprimerie, Paris Size: 9 x 12.5 ” / 22.8 x 30.5 cm On / Off Linen: Unlined Year: 1896 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Les Affiches etrangere was created by Jules Cheret at the Chaix imprimerie to celebrate the famous poster artists and their works of the time. Poster collecting was the rage between 1895 and 1900 and Cheret made sure to supply the public with all the images of a selection of the best posters of the time. The printing was by way of Stone lithgoraphy and great attention was paid to quality. In Excellent condition
Pour l’art by Ottevaere for Les Affiches Etrangeres 1894
Artist: Ottevaere Printer: Chaix Imprimerie, Paris Size: 9 x 12.5 ” / 22.8 x 30.5 cm On / Off Linen: Unlined Year: 1896 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Les Affiches etrangere was created by Jules Cheret at the Chaix imprimerie to celebrate the famous poster artists and their works of the time. Poster collecting was the rage between 1895 and 1900 and Cheret made sure to supply the public with all the images of a selection of the best posters of the time. The printing was by way of Stone lithgoraphy and great attention was paid to quality. In Excellent condition
Autriche by Orlik for Les Affiches Etrangeres 1894
Artist: Orlik Printer: Chaix Imprimerie, Paris Size: 9 x 12.5 ” / 22.8 x 30.5 cm On / Off Linen: Unlined Year: 1896 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Les Affiches etrangere was created by Jules Cheret at the Chaix imprimerie to celebrate the famous poster artists and their works of the time. Poster collecting was the rage between 1895 and 1900 and Cheret made sure to supply the public with all the images of a selection of the best posters of the time. The printing was by way of Stone lithgoraphy and great attention was paid to quality. In Excellent condition
Modern Art (1896) – Arthur Wesley Dow – Les Affiches Étrangères Plate
Original stone-lithograph print from the series Les Affiches Étrangères, printed by Imprimerie Chaix, Paris, 1896. Design by American artist Arthur Wesley Dow (1857-1922) for Modern Art, a Boston publication (edited by J. M. Bowles). According to the Delaware Art Museum, the image is included in their collection under “Les Maîtres de l’Affiche, 1896, plate 36 Les Affiches Étrangères”. 
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Details
Artist: Arthur Wesley Dow
Title: Modern Art
Date: 1896
Series: Les Affiches Étrangères
Printer: Imprimerie Chaix, Paris
Print Type: Stone lithograph
Size Approx.: 21.5 × 30 cm (approx. 8½ × 11¾ in) 
Condition: Excellent (Mint) – rare original issue
Comments: Rare original plate; not a later reproduction
1964 New York World’s Fair Original Poster – Bob Peak – (Blue Version)
Original 1964 poster for the New York World’s Fair, designed by American illustrator Bob Peak. The fair, held at Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in Queens from April 1964 through October 1965, became a landmark event of mid-century design and architecture, with the Unisphere as its central symbol. This lithograph was printed in New York and bears the mark of the Amalgamated Lithographers of America, Local 1, the union representing commercial lithographers at the time. The piece measures 11 × 16 inches and has been professionally mounted on linen for preservation. Condition is graded A (excellent), with vivid color and no noted defects.
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Details
Title: 1964 World’s Fair
Artist: Bob Peak
Date: 1964
Printer: Amalgamated Lithographers of America, Local 1
Size: 11 × 16 in. (28 × 41 cm)
Print Type: Lithography
Condition: Excellent, grade A, linen-backed
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Comments
An original promotional poster for the 1964–65 New York World’s Fair, linking two important strands of 20th-century American visual culture: the celebrated fair itself and the work of Bob Peak, one of the most influential commercial illustrators of his generation.
SPA ferme de Frahinfaz by Cresplin for Les Affiches Etrangeres 1894
Artist: Cresplin Printer: Chaix Imprimerie, Paris Size: 9 x 12.5 ” / 22.8 x 30.5 cm On / Off Linen: Unlined Year: 1896 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Les Affiches etrangere was created by Jules Cheret at the Chaix imprimerie to celebrate the famous poster artists and their works of the time. Poster collecting was the rage between 1895 and 1900 and Cheret made sure to supply the public with all the images of a selection of the best posters of the time. The printing was by way of Stone lithgoraphy and great attention was paid to quality. In Excellent condition
Die Alte Stadt by Fischer for Les Affiches Etrangeres 1894
Artist: Fischer Printer: Chaix Imprimerie, Paris Size: 9 x 12.5 ” / 22.8 x 30.5 cm On / Off Linen: Unlined Year: 1896 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Les Affiches etrangere was created by Jules Cheret at the Chaix imprimerie to celebrate the famous poster artists and their works of the time. Poster collecting was the rage between 1895 and 1900 and Cheret made sure to supply the public with all the images of a selection of the best posters of the time. The printing was by way of Stone lithgoraphy and great attention was paid to quality. In Excellent condition
Colored Pencil Crayons by Arman 1995 signed numbered 60/100 in the resin
Artist: Arman Size: 39.5 x 20 x 5.5 cm Year: 1995 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Inclusion made by Arman in 1995 numbered 60/100 included in the catalogue Raissonnee of the Artist, comes complete with Provenance references Certificates of Authenticity from the Archives of the Gallery Representing Arman. Details offered upon demand EPOXY RESIN. Arman did not make many of the Crayon series and in my opinion they are one of his nicest pieces. Very colorful. Excellent condition
Mois de la Photo – Hervé Di Rosa (1994) Original Paris Exhibition Poster
Each year, the Mairie de Paris commissioned a well-known French artist to design the official poster for the city’s Mois de la Photo (Month of Photography). In 1994, the artist selected was Hervé Di Rosa, a leading figure of the Figuration Libre movement known for his vibrant, cartoon-inspired visual language.
This original poster was created for the 1994 edition of Mois de la Photo and printed for the Ville de Paris. Di Rosa’s design reflects his distinctive, playful approach, combining bold color and form with a graphic energy that echoes contemporary street and pop culture. The poster promoted one of Paris’s most important annual cultural events, dedicated to photography exhibitions held across the city.
Artist: Herve Dirosa
Title: Mois de la Photo
Date: 1994
Printer: Ville de Paris
Size: 16.5 x 24 inches
Print Type: Serigraph (Silkscreen)
Condition: Excellent / On Linen
Comments: Original 1994 serigraph poster by Herve Dirosa created for the Mois de la Photo in Paris, commissioned by the Ville de Paris. Professionally linen-mounted.
Children’s books by Beardsley for Les Affiches Etrangeres 1894
Artist: Beardsley Printer: Chaix Imprimerie, Paris Size: 9 x 12.5 ” / 22.8 x 30.5 cm On / Off Linen: Unlined Year: 1896 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Les Affiches etrangere was created by Jules Cheret at the Chaix imprimerie to celebrate the famous poster artists and their works of the time. Poster collecting was the rage between 1895 and 1900 and Cheret made sure to supply the public with all the images of a selection of the best posters of the time. The printing was by way of Stone lithgoraphy and great attention was paid to quality. In Excellent condition
Artist: Keynotes Series Printer: Chaix Imprimerie, Paris Size: 9 x 12.5 ” / 22.8 x 30.5 cm On / Off Linen: Unlined Year: 1896 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
Les Affiches etrangere was created by Jules Cheret at the Chaix imprimerie to celebrate the famous poster artists and their works of the time. Poster collecting was the rage between 1895 and 1900 and Cheret made sure to supply the public with all the images of a selection of the best posters of the time. The printing was by way of Stone lithgoraphy and great attention was paid to quality. In Excellent condition