Original Concert Poster, American, Psychedelic Art, Berkeley Free Press, C.1970
Stock no. 25690
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| USA, Canada & Mexico | £150 |
| Rest of the world | £211.20 |
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This is a vintage concert poster. An American, original advertisement handbill for Country Joe & The Fish et al, published by the Berkeley Free Press, dated to 1970. A striking example of counterculture psychedelic art, capturing the creative energy of late 1960s California.
- Evocative counterculture concert poster, steeped in the psychedelic aesthetic of the Berkeley scene
- Published by the Berkeley Free Press, a key member of the Californian civil rights and anti-war movement
- Advertises a benefit concert held at the Finnish Brotherhood Hall, near the University of California, Berkeley campus
- Illustrated and coloured by Michael Wilson, likely a Berkeley alumnus or local scene artist
- Vibrant blue and fuchsia pink palette creates three-dimensional depth and optical intrigue
- Bands and artists on the bill include Country Joe & The Fish, Afro Blues Persuasion, and a play by Marvin Norinsky
- Line-up details neatly printed along the lower edge for legibility
- Replete with the Berkeley Free Press imprint to the lower right corner, confirming its authenticity
- Presented within a tasteful later frame, dressed to the rear with braid for ease of hanging
This is a captivating vintage concert poster, rich with psychedelic art heritage and Berkeley Free Press history. Delivered ready to display.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 56.5cm (22.25'')
Max Depth: 1cm (.5'')
Max Height: 71cm (28'')
Poster Width: 40cm (15.75'')
Poster Height: 55.5cm (21.75'')