{"title":"The Emek Collection","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"beastie-boys-a-tribe-called-quest-by-emek-1998","title":"Beastie Boys, A Tribe Called Quest by Emek (BGP-201-1)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis original first printing, BGP-201-OP-1, is a great Bill Graham Presents poster by the legendary Emek, transforming Renaissance religious iconography into a surreal celebration of hip hop culture. A green skinned alien Madonna cradles a peculiar three headed humanoid child, representing the Beastie Boys, while winged robot cherubs hover in a starlit sky. The creature holds a “Hello Nasty” cassette tape, dating this to the band’s late nineties album tour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesignated BGP #201, this poster advertised shows at Portland’s Rose Garden and Oakland Coliseum Arena, featuring an extraordinary lineup: the Beastie Boys headlining with A Tribe Called Quest, Money Mark, and the Invisibl Skratch Piklz. Emek’s hand painted original was reproduced by Great Impressions in San Francisco, capturing every intricate detail from the hieroglyphic border symbols to the flames dancing atop the band’s name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA strong piece for collectors of concert poster art and hip hop memorabilia, this poster captures a major moment when two legendary groups shared the stage. The clever visual commentary on celebrity worship and cultural iconography exemplifies why Emek remains one of the most celebrated poster artists of his generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19.0\" x 13.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emek\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Light border wear. Faint edgewear in corners. 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The background teems with red cockroaches arranged in wallpaper-like precision, illustrating the tagline's grim prophecy about the next rulers of the planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmek's work represents the pinnacle of the contemporary concert poster renaissance, combining meticulous craftsmanship with pointed social commentary. This piece for the Ridglea Theatre show demonstrates his signature approach: transforming promotional material into collectible art that speaks to its cultural moment. The screen printing technique delivers rich, saturated colors that photographs cannot fully capture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA standout piece for collectors of rock poster art, this work bridges music memorabilia and fine art printmaking. The combination of a beloved band, a master artist, and historically resonant imagery makes this an essential acquisition for serious collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18.0\" x 12.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emek\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Small blemish in upper center border. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45143176511603,"sku":"P8180","price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/poster-8838-research-detail-stone--lEp36Rg3PLh3EPY7PaQRZHvDSeAXJY.jpg?v=1782945460"},{"product_id":"swag-rock-art-poster-exhibition-at-cbgb-ny-by-emek-signed-2004","title":"SWAG, Rock Art Poster Expo, Signed (#90\/200)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exhibition poster by Emek, the legendary rock poster artist, announced what was billed as the largest rock poster show New York had ever seen. Held at CB's 313 Gallery on the Bowery, adjacent to the iconic CBGB club, the SWAG exhibition brought together the leading artists of the contemporary gig poster movement, including Aesthetic Apparatus, Coop, Factor 27, and many others.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmek's design showcases his signature blend of surreal imagery and bold graphic power. A towering female figure wields a ray gun against a snarling skeletal beast, rendered in his characteristic halftone textures and limited color palette. The imagery captures the rebellious, irreverent spirit of rock poster art while demonstrating the sophisticated printmaking that elevated these works from ephemera to collectible fine art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs both a document of an important exhibition and a striking example of Emek's artistry, this signed and numbered (#90\/200) screen print represents a significant piece of contemporary poster history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29.0\" x 21.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emek\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Partial horizontal crease in upper center right border 2” under yellow text. General border wear. Pin holes from previous hanging. Blemishing near pin holes. Small repaired border tears. Creasing near top and bottom center border. 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The surrealist composition centers on a striking eyeball merged with a chrome hot rod engine, flames erupting in a dynamic spiral that carries the names of poster art royalty: Victor Moscoso, Stanley Mouse, Alton Kelley, Randy Tuten, and dozens more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmek's masterful illustration bridges generations of San Francisco poster art, honoring the psychedelic pioneers while showcasing his own distinctive vision. The metallic silver background creates an ethereal stage-light effect, while the spiraling typography pays homage to the Art Nouveau influences that defined the original Fillmore era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA remarkable document of the rock poster community coming together, this hand-signed print represents both a celebration of artistic heritage and a standout example of contemporary poster art. Essential for collectors of San Francisco concert posters and graphic design history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20.0\" x 20.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emek\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. General border wear and light border creasing. Partial horizontal crease in upper right quadrant. Faint background scuffs. 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The work demonstrates Emek's characteristic synthesis of macabre imagery with intricate detail work, placing him within the lineage of poster artists stretching from the Fillmore era through the present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe iconographic program features dueling skeletons emerging from laboratory vessels, one consumed by warm flames (reds, oranges, yellows) and one by cool flames (blues, cyan), creating a yin-yang dynamic that suggests both conflict and complementarity. This scientific imagery likely references lead singer Dexter Holland's academic background in molecular biology. The lower register contains an elaborate field of scientific notation, chemical formulas, and symbolic imagery rendered in minute detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs number 187 of 310 impressions, signed by both contributing artists, the print exemplifies the contemporary limited edition concert poster as collectible fine art object, distinct from promotional ephemera. The five-plus color screen printing demonstrates technical proficiency characteristic of modern rock poster production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24.0\" x 18.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emek\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Light border wear. 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Created for Jane's Addiction's Relapse Tour, the San Diego Sports Arena engagement with special guest Goldie (British drum and bass artist), the poster demonstrates Emek's formal training and sophisticated compositional approach that distinguished his work from conventional concert advertising.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe central robot figure, bearing the Goldenvoice promoter name, references mid-century toy design while the flanking female figures evoke 1950s pin-up aesthetics filtered through contemporary sensibilities. The radiating sunburst pattern creates visual dynamism while maintaining strict bilateral symmetry. The chrome-effect typography for the band name demonstrates Emek's attention to period-specific design vocabulary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced through Fine Aaaarght Productions (the artist's own imprint), this signed edition represents the mature development of collectible rock poster art as a distinct category within American printmaking. The late 1990s marked a watershed moment when artists like Emek, working primarily in screen print, established concert posters as legitimate collectibles commanding significant secondary market attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31.0\" x 22.25\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emek\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. General border wear. Scattered background creasing. Areas of background scuffs. Diaganol fold in lower left corner. Horizontal creases in center graphic. Minute repaired border tears. 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