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.
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.
