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This original 1981 concert poster was produced for the Grateful Dead’s European tour, announcing their October 13 performance at the Walter Köbel Halle in Rüsselsheim, Germany. Issued by Mike Scheller Concerts, the design pairs bold, blocky typography with a sweeping twilight cityscape that stretches across a river spanned by bridges. At the center, two skeletons sit side by side, quietly taking it all in, a classic Dead motif that feels reflective rather than rowdy.
By the early 1980s, the Grateful Dead had become an international touring force, and their European dates drew devoted audiences well beyond the United States. The 1981 tour marked a mature phase for the band, blending long improvisational sets with a deep catalog built over two decades. German concert posters from this period often leaned toward polished illustration and strong visual clarity, designed to speak across language barriers while still nodding to the band’s countercultural roots.
Printed in 1981, this poster captures that moment perfectly, equal parts cosmic calm and urban scale. The skeleton imagery ties it unmistakably to Grateful Dead iconography, while the expansive skyline grounds it in place and time. A strong example of early 1980s European concert design, and a standout piece for collectors of Grateful Dead history and international rock posters.
Size: 34.0" x 24.0"
Condition: Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Light border wear and soft border creases. Faint scattered background creases. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request.
Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Light border wear and soft border creases. Faint scattered background creases. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request.
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