{"product_id":"presidents-of-the-united-states-of-america-by-justin-hampton-seattle-1995","title":"Presidents Of The United States Of America","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreated by acclaimed Seattle poster artist Justin Hampton, this original 1995 screen print was produced to promote performances by The Presidents of the United States of America at the Sailors Union of the Pacific in Seattle. Issued during the band's breakout year following the release of their self-titled debut album, the poster captures a pivotal moment in the Pacific Northwest music scene as Seattle's influence on alternative rock extended well beyond grunge into a new generation of nationally recognized bands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHampton was among the leading figures of the 1990s Northwest poster movement, known for combining bold graphic design with satirical social commentary. Here, he transforms the band's name into a tongue-in-cheek political campaign, depicting a grinning presidential figure draped in the American flag and flanked by suited handlers holding protest-style placards. Printed by Seattle's All Print, the poster reflects the thriving local network of artists, printers, and independent venues that helped define the era's concert poster culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn intriguing historical footnote adds another layer of interest today. The concert took place on January 6, 1995, more than twenty-five years before January 6 became indelibly associated with the 2021 attack on the United States Capitol. While entirely coincidental, the poster's overt political imagery and prominent January 6 date give it an unexpected resonance for modern viewers, illustrating how historical events can reshape the interpretation of earlier works.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday, Justin Hampton's early concert posters are highly sought after by collectors of Pacific Northwest music memorabilia, American screen printing, and alternative rock ephemera. Produced in limited quantities for local promotion, surviving examples document a defining period in Seattle's cultural history while showcasing the creative energy that made the city's concert poster tradition internationally recognized.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24.0\" x 14.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Justin Hampton\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. General border wear. Light scattered horizontal creasing throughout. Horizontal crease in lower and upper graphic. Blemishing in lower corners. Stray printer mark in lower right 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":45146561740915,"sku":"P8197","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/presidents-m.jpg?v=1782937210","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/products\/presidents-of-the-united-states-of-america-by-justin-hampton-seattle-1995","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}