Poster Panache
Reconsider vintage graphics for walls that tell a story
Take a second look at posters as art to proudly display anywhere in your house. You can use them to influence a color scheme, add a dose of humor, or even preserve a bit of your personal history. Some posters are highly sought-after collector's items that can define a beautiful interior design. Others are moderately priced reproductions, and some are even free. Here are some fun uses of posters to spark ideas:
This poster, via a Vanity Fair cover, adds a jolt of color to the space and together with the guitar reinforces the homeowner's affection for rock and roll.
Any kid with dreams of being a pilot can take flight in their very own bedroom with this oversized Braniff Airways four-panel poster.
Have a story to tell about your adventures shopping street vendors in Paris? This French poster is a sweet memento of that most amazing time.
An advertisement becomes art when it captures the spirit and sophistication of the space.
No problem with showing public displays of affection? Put your love on exhibit in a bold, graphic way.
Allow you favorite poster to influence the overall color choice of your space. This blue jet influences this boy's room with a playful, energetic hue.
La Belle Epoque is a good source of vintage posters. Here's a source of some free downloadable posters.
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La Belle Epoque is a good source of vintage posters. Here's a source of some free downloadable posters.
Next: Tour a home where posters are the prized possessions.