{"title":"Astronomy","description":"\u003cp\u003eAstronomy has pulled illustrators and designers into its orbit for centuries, from 19th-century engravers mapping the constellations to mid-century artists imagining what the moon might actually look like up close. The space race gave the subject a new urgency, and commercial work from the 1960s and 1970s brought genuine craft to rockets, lunar landings, and the idea of worlds beyond this one. The period originals in this collection span that full arc.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"templier-jewelrys-bijoux-modernes-am-cassandre","title":"Templier Jewelry's \"Bijoux Modernes\"- AM Cassandre","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning 1928 design shows why A.M. Cassandre was one of the most sought-after commercial artists of the Art Deco era. Created as a catalog cover for Templier Jewelry's 'Bijoux Modernes,' it's a clever visual play on watchmaking - turning gears and mechanisms into a dreamy cosmic dance of planets and stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCassandre transforms a simple jewelry catalog into something magical through his signature style, weaving mechanical precision and celestial wonder together through brilliant lithographic printing. The deep blues and greens of the cosmic setting make the technical elements feel almost mystical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally featured in the influential Arts et Métiers Graphiques magazine, this piece showcases commercial art at its finest, and where advertising and fine art blend seamlessly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.5\" x 14.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Artist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e A.M. Cassandre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, * Please note that this listing is for the cover artwork, and not the magazine as a whole. Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Original center fold. Please refer to each print's photo to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42697509273715,"sku":"CA5489","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/2024-11-12-12-44-28-01.jpg?v=1735267549"},{"product_id":"moon-zero-two","title":"Moon Zero Two, Italian Release","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis original 1970 Italian theatrical poster was issued for the first release in Italy of the Hammer science fiction film Moon Zero Two, directed by Roy Ward Baker. The film reimagines the western genre in outer space, blending frontier mythology with futuristic spectacle and positioning the moon as a lawless new territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by Hammer Film Productions, the story follows asteroid miners, bounty hunters, and criminal intrigue in a lunar settlement imagined as the year 2021. The cast includes James Olson, Catherine von Schell as Clementine Taplin, Warren Mitchell, Adrienne Corri, Ori Levy, Dudley Foster, and Bernard Bresslaw. The film is noted for its ambitious special effects created by Les Bowie, which helped bring its lunar gunfights and space vehicles to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork was created by Renato Casaro, whose dynamic realism and dramatic color sense defined Italian cinema posters of the late nineteen sixties and seventies. Casaro’s composition emphasizes scale, tension, and human vulnerability against the vastness of space, making this poster both a striking piece of science fiction imagery and a standout example of Italian graphic design from the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55.0\" x 39.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Artist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Renato Casaro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good to Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Original fold lines present. Light border wear. Faint creases. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44222380310643,"sku":"P6858-8","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/italian_1p_moon_zero_two_BM18837_B_54bf5a7b-f6d0-473c-b736-72a268800c0d.jpg?v=1768700573"},{"product_id":"vanity-fair-prints-19th-cent-lot-of-6-caricatures-astronomers-astronomy-celestial-5","title":"Astronomy, Men of the Day- Vanity Fair","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis charming Vanity Fair chromolithograph captures Sir Robert Stawell Ball, the celebrated Irish astronomer who brought the wonders of the cosmos to Victorian and Edwardian audiences. Created by 'Spy' (Sir Leslie Ward), the most prolific and beloved caricaturist in the magazine's history, the portrait shows Ball in characteristic confident pose, one hand resting on a celestial globe that speaks to his life's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe caption 'popular Astronomy' references Ball's extraordinary gift for making complex astronomical concepts accessible to general audiences. His book 'The Story of the Heavens' became a bestseller, and his public lectures drew enormous crowds. Spy captures both Ball's physical presence and intellectual authority with affectionate wit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrinted by Vincent Brooks, Day \u0026amp; Son, the acknowledged masters of chromolithography, this supplement represents the golden age of British magazine illustration. A standout piece for collectors of scientific ephemera or Victorian caricature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.25\" x 9.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sir Leslie Ward (Spy)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good to Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44423649263731,"sku":"IL6625-1-6","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/c95d5fb8-645a-42e3-ad40-cf16e3dc0208_IL6625-1-6.jpg?v=1772569173"},{"product_id":"moon-landing-folded-poster-double-sided","title":"American Lunar Achievement, National Geographics","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis remarkable double-sided supplement from National Geographic captures the full sweep of America's lunar achievement. Created by acclaimed aerospace artist Pierre Mion, one side presents a stunning composite illustration gathering all Apollo astronauts on the lunar surface: a symbolic reunion that never occurred in reality but powerfully commemorates their shared accomplishment. Eugene Cernan, the last man to walk on the Moon, stands prominently in the foreground holding his helmet, while behind him the complete roster of moonwalkers and command module pilots assembles near the lunar module and American flag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reverse features the iconic 'Blue Marble' photograph taken by the Apollo 17 crew on December 7, 1972, one of the most reproduced images in human history. This photograph fundamentally changed how humanity viewed its home planet and remains a powerful symbol of environmental awareness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePublished in September 1973, just months after Apollo 17 returned from the final lunar mission, this supplement served as National Geographic's tribute to the program that defined a generation. A significant piece for any collection focused on space exploration history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23.0\" x 34.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pierre Mion\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good to Very Good, Age appropriate wear, fading and toning. General border wear.  Original fold lines present.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450135965811,"sku":"P7036","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_7ae3361d-2d4e-4ed0-ba11-5ac7b838f94e.jpg?v=1780094015"},{"product_id":"les-metamorphoses-du-jour-24","title":"Looking for Capricorn by J.J. Grandville","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis delightful plate from J.J. Grandville's celebrated 'Les Métamorphoses du Jour' captures the French master's genius for satirical anthropomorphism. Three elegantly dressed figures, one with a fish head, another appearing to be a goat, gather around a telescope as the caption wryly notes: 'To your right is the sign of Capricorn.' The multi-layered visual pun, combining astronomy with zodiacal symbolism and bourgeois pretension, exemplifies Grandville's witty approach to social commentary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally created in the 1820s-30s, this plate comes from the prestigious 1854 Gustave Havard posthumous edition, printed by J. Claye in Paris. The delicate hand-coloring in pink, blue, and ochre brings warmth to the satirical scene. Grandville's influence on later artists, from John Tenniel's Alice illustrations to the Surrealists, makes his work essential for understanding the evolution of imaginative illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standout piece for collectors of French Romantic illustration, early caricature, or the whimsical tradition of dressed animals in art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5\" x 10.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e J.J. 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Produced by Shin Toho studios and distributed in France by Francorexfilms, this represents one of the earliest exports of Japanese tokusatsu cinema to Western audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe illustrator created a dynamic composition that perfectly channels the era's space-age excitement, with the heroic figure plunging diagonally through an action-packed cosmic battlefield. Vibrant yellows, oranges, and reds punctuate the deep navy sky, while explosive bursts suggest the high-stakes battle between our hero and the artificial satellites of the title.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrinted by Cinemato of Paris, this Grande format poster showcases the exceptional quality of French cinema advertising during the late 1950s. A remarkable convergence of Japanese superhero cinema and French poster artistry, this piece stands as a testament to the global reach of science fiction entertainment during the Space Race era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 62.5\" x 42.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Conservation mounted on older linen backing. Original folds have been professionally restored. General toning along original folds. Various areas of color touch up and minute piece-in restoration along folds. Faint background creases in lower quadrants. Two small areas of paper loss at center point of upper cross fold. Creases in outer upper margin. General border wear. Stray printer marks. 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Within this infinite perspective, swirling nebulae in rich oranges and mauves float among planets and stars, while stylized yellow clouds hover above a vanishing point road flanked by delicate roses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis piece encapsulates the Space Age optimism that defined American visual culture at the turn of the decade. Max's genius lay in his ability to transform cosmic themes into accessible, joyful imagery that spoke to both the counterculture and mainstream audiences. The optical illusion motif at top, with its hypnotic concentric circles, adds another layer of visual intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the influential 1970 Poster Book that brought Max's art into countless American homes, this mini poster represents a pivotal moment when psychedelic aesthetics achieved their widest cultural reach. A standout piece for collectors of the era's most distinctive visual art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.75\" x 10.75\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peter Max\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. 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This mini poster represents the artist at the peak of his cultural influence, when his imagery appeared everywhere from postage stamps to commercial aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe composition features his signature floating figure suspended in an explosion of hot pink and yellow clouds, surrounded by scattered stars and the familiar silhouettes of Earth and moon. The vibrant rainbow grid pattern that fills the right portion of the image showcases Max's masterful integration of Pop Art sensibilities with psychedelic visual language. The piece carries additional intellectual weight through its inclusion of an Albert Einstein quote about the cosmic religious sense driving scientific research, connecting space exploration to broader philosophical themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA quintessential example of late 1960s visual culture, this poster bridges the era's technological optimism with its countercultural aesthetic. For collectors of space memorabilia, Pop Art, or psychedelic imagery, this piece offers authentic period appeal with enduring visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.5\" x 15.75\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peter Max\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. 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Created to commemorate Apollo 11, this striking composition floats a cosmic figure before an actual photographic image of Earth as seen from space, bridging the technological achievement of the moon landing with the spiritual consciousness movement of the era. The piece features a quote from Meher Baba: \"We see the Earth in its true light, as a whole and realize that we are all one.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMax's signature rainbow gradients and organic flowing forms transform what could have been straightforward space commemoration into something transcendent. The figure seems to release flowers into the void, suggesting that the view from the moon offered not just scientific data but a new perspective on human unity. 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