{"title":"The Lee Conklin Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eLee Conklin came up in the San Francisco psychedelic poster scene of the late 1960s, producing concert work for the Fillmore Auditorium at a moment when that venue's posters were some of the most visually ambitious commercial printing in the country. His style pushed figure and letterform to an extreme, with bodies and faces dissolving into dense, almost hallucinatory pattern. He is probably best known outside that world for the cover of Santana's debut album. The period originals here are from that concentrated run of work.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"moby-grape-jeff-beck-fillmore-auditorium-bg-130","title":"Jeff Beck, Moby Grape by Lee Conklin (BG-130-1)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTransport yourself back to the electric summer of 1968, where Moby Grape and Jeff Beck graced the stage of the Fillmore West. This captivating concert poster, designed by renowned artist Lee Conklin, instantly captivates with its vivid colors and mesmerizing imagery. This poster was only ever printed once, making this BG-130-1 an original first-printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVibrant and bold, the poster bursts with life against a backdrop of striking red. A symphony of purple, green, and black hues swirl together, painting a kaleidoscope of colors that ignite the senses. Your gaze is irresistibly pulled towards the mesmerizing centerpiece, an intricately woven tapestry of lizards, their sinuous forms entwined, gracefully coiling around the lettering in a hypnotic dance. The poster is a visual extravaganza, effortlessly encapsulating the very soul of the music and the era it represents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, what sets this poster apart is an intriguing absence, neither Lee Conklin's name nor the No. 130 appears on the artwork, making it a unique deviation from the typical BG poster design. This rarity only adds to its collectability, making it a true treasure for collectors and enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Very Good. Age appropriate toning and fading. Small pinholes near each corner from previous hanging. Light border wear. Light diagonal fold near lower right corner, and lower left corner crease. Minute white blemishes in upper half of poster. Horizontal printer marks in upper left quadrant. Please use zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21.25\" x 14.25\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lee Conklin\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, General border wear. Pin holes in corners and scattered in top center from previous hanging Minute puncture in lower right corner. Light scattered background scuffing. Minor blemishing in top left and right corners. Small abrasion in \"H\" of lower text, and \"T\" of quartet. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42093483425907,"sku":"P2535","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/JEFF-m.jpg?v=1778186031"},{"product_id":"albert-king-fillmore-1st-printing-by-lee-conklin-1969","title":"Albert King by Lee Conklin (BG-126-1)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis authentic first-printing (BG-126-1) represents a significant example of Lee Conklin's mature style within the Bill Graham concert poster series. Printed by Tea Lautrec Litho in San Francisco, this offset lithograph demonstrates Conklin's signature approach of embedding text within surrealist organic forms, here spelling 'Fillmore' across a dreamlike landscape populated by miniature motorcyclists.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe poster documents a noteworthy programming decision by Graham, pairing blues patriarch Albert King with Ten Years After, whose guitarist Alvin Lee would achieve fame at Woodstock the following year. Supporting acts Loading Zone, Canned Heat, and Dan Hicks and His Hot Licks round out a bill reflecting the eclectic nature of Fillmore programming. The dual-venue dates (June 24-27 at Fillmore West, June 28-29 at Fillmore East) illustrate Graham's bicoastal business model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConklin's work for the BG series, spanning 1967-1970, is characterized by meticulous pen-and-ink technique and disturbing yet compelling imagery that challenged the more decorative approaches of contemporaries like Wes Wilson and Victor Moscoso.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21.0\" x 14.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lee Conklin\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Pinholes in outer corners and lower center border from previous hanging. Vertical blemishing above face of right figure. 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":44100476076147,"sku":"P6731-13","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/CONK-m.jpg?v=1763845964"},{"product_id":"bg-128-op-1-electric-flag-buddy-guy-fillmore-by-lee-conklin","title":"Electric Flag by Lee Conklin (BG-128-1)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat a powerhouse lineup captured in one of Lee Conklin's most visually stunning Fillmore creations! This BG-128 poster (First-Printing) for the 'Blues Bash' brings together a dream roster of late-sixties musical giants: the horn-driven psychedelic soul of Electric Flag, the eardrum-shattering proto-metal of Blue Cheer, Chicago blues legend Buddy Guy, the incomparable Ike \u0026amp; Tina Turner Revue, and Texas guitar master Freddy King.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConklin's artwork matches the explosive energy of the lineup. Those symmetrical elephants rearing beneath a golden eagle create an almost mystical effect, while the flowing organic forms and meticulous linework draw you deeper into the composition with every viewing. The soft peach, lavender, and gold palette feels simultaneously psychedelic and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor collectors, BG-128 checks every box: a premier Fillmore artist at his creative peak, an historically significant blues and rock lineup, excellent visual impact for display, and documented provenance through the Bill Graham catalog system. Whether you collect psychedelic posters, blues memorabilia, or simply appreciate extraordinary graphic design, this poster delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21.0\" x 14.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lee Conklin\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. 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":45023530778739,"sku":"P7833","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/poster-8134-research-detail-cv24-m-9hK9sGj9W1SrKhkp2sNlqUM1JL7coE.jpg?v=1779323585"},{"product_id":"bg-145-ten-years-after-by-lee-conklin-1968-fillmore-nm","title":"Ten Years After by Lee Conklin (BG-145-1)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis epic concert poster by Lee Conklin for Bill Graham Presents captures the transcendent spirit of San Francisco's psychedelic era. Created for Ten Years After's appearance at the Fillmore West in November 1968, the original first printing (BG-145-OP-1) showcases Conklin's signature surrealist vision: a central figure with arms raised in ecstasy, hair transforming into organic drips that merge seamlessly with the impossibly flowing letterforms above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe coral red field creates an almost hallucinatory vibrancy, while the blue-gray figures emerge like apparitions from a fever dream. The text, rendered in Conklin's distinctive style, challenges viewers to decode the band names, a hallmark of psychedelic poster design that rewarded contemplation. At the bottom, the Brotherhood of Light credit acknowledges the liquid light shows that transformed these concerts into total sensory experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA standout piece from the golden era of rock poster art, this BG-145 represents both a pivotal moment in graphic design history and the vibrant counterculture that emerged from the Fillmore's legendary stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21.0\" x 14.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lee Conklin\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 a performance featuring Country Joe and the Fish with Terry Reid, Seatrain, and the Brotherhood of Light, this original first-printing presents a fantastical panorama of intertwined nude figures, mysterious creatures, and organic forms that reward extended contemplation. Not to mention, it's horizontal! Incredibly rare across the entire BG series. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConklin's masterful pen work creates a dreamlike landscape where human and animal forms merge seamlessly, anchored by the subtle presence of the Golden Gate Bridge amid the chaos. The vibrant orange-red background and magenta light burst create an almost visionary intensity, while the cream-colored linework maintains remarkable clarity despite its complexity. The Brotherhood of Light, mentioned on the poster, was the legendary light show collective that transformed Fillmore performances into total sensory experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA standout piece from the golden era of rock poster art, this BG-149 represents both Conklin at his creative peak and the broader cultural moment when San Francisco poster artists elevated concert promotion to fine art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.25\" x 21.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lee Conklin\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. General border wear. Pin holes from previous hanging. Minute paper loss in upper right pin hole. Light blemishes in lower right border. Light creasing in top border. 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