Aaron Posters
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a wall without adornment must be in want of a poster. For the teen on an allowance, the college student crammed into a dorm room, or the art enthusiast on a tight budget, poster hanging is one of the few forms of interior decorating that can be inexpensively indulged in.
As incredible as it may seem, posters were not always as ubiquitous as they are today.
When posters first made an appearance in 19th century Europe, they were quite costly to produce. These early confections where hand painted theater ads that were publicly posted on billboards. Later on, with the refinement of the lithographic process, posters could be produced cheaply, and in a rainbow of colors.
Today, posters have evolved into mass-produced media advertisements as well as wall decorations for the home. Music, sports, and movie posters can be found nearly everywhere, mingling with photography and fine art prints.
While posters may brighten up a room, they have more than mere aesthetic value: they are also a wonderful means of self-expression. From fantasy art to vintage posters, there is a wide selection of posters available to suit every taste, interest, and budget.
This site focuses on learning about the history of posters, viewing selected posters, and directing the reader to sites of interest.
Click on an image on the right for
more about the history of posters.
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