Original Concert Poster, American, Psychedelic Art, Berkeley Free Press, C.1970

Our Stock # 25690

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'')