The International Vintage Poster Dealers Association
When buying an original vintage poster look for the IVPDA logo and buy with confidence!
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IVPDA - Who we are
The International Vintage Poster Dealers Association (IVPDA), a non-profit association, was founded in 1996 by a group of highly respected poster dealers from around the world. The Association was created to inform and educate the public, collectors and other buyers and to help promote the appreciation of the wide variety of vintage posters from around the globe.
The Association members have strict guidelines to ensure the authenticity of the posters they offer for sale and to promote ethical and fair business practices. Our members have many years of professional experience and are respected throughout the arts community for their knowledge and integrity.
When buying an original vintage poster look for Members displaying the IVPDA logo and buy with confidence.
Vintage Poster Books selected by IVPDA members
When buying vintage posters, knowledge is crucial. Some of our members have written books on various artists of topics of interest, and others have extensive reference librariesof their own. If you are looking for some great vintage poster books, here is a selection of vintage poster book subjects picked by our members. There are all kinds of books: some focus on specific exhibitions, others are biographies of important poster artists, and some are general works on graphic design. The list is no...
Meet our Members: PosterConnection, Inc.
We specialize in the purchase and sale of original, vintage posters. Since 1986, we have been pioneers in the world of poster art, establishing ourselves as one of the first auction houses dedicated exclusively to this vibrant medium. In 1995, we expanded our reach with a gallery in the San Francisco Bay Area, and by 2000, we led the industry as the first to offer live online participation in our auctions. Today, we host four to six curated poster auctions annually and showcase our collection on platforms such as Invaluable, eBay, and Poster...
Framing Your Vintage Poster
"Archival" framing is the type of framing that preserves your poster from all environmental elements. Following are absolute musts when framing a valuable poster. If your poster has condition issues, professional linen backing stabilizes the fragile poster paper. After backing, a professional paper conservator will address any damage (See LINEN BACKING). Linen backing is a reversible process and does not compromise the value of the poster. In many instances this backing and restoration will increase its worth. Never let anyone convince you ...