This ticket is a rare artifact from the “Halloween Mod Happening,” featuring Andy Warhol’s Exploding Plastic Inevitable and performances by Nico and The Velvet Underground. Measuring 4 inches by 2.25 inches and printed on silver card stock, the ticket is a perfect representation of the avant-garde aesthetic Warhol was known for. The event took place […]
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This vibrant flyer promotes Andy Warhol’s Velvet Underground performances on May 26 and 27, 1967, at The Boston Tea Party in Boston, Massachusetts. Measuring approximately 8.5 x 11 inches, the flyer was designed by D. Arthur Hahn and features an ornate, colorful border of intricate floral patterns, encapsulating the psychedelic aesthetic of the 1960s. At
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This is a two-sided handbill from the Fillmore Auditorium in San Francisco, California, promoting shows on May 27th, 28th, and 29th, 1966. Measuring approximately 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches, this handbill captures the innovative and psychedelic aesthetic of its era. The artwork, created by Wes Wilson, features bold, swirling typography that matches the design
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This is a promotional card for Freak-Out ’66, an event held on Sunday, December 4, 1966, at Action House, located at 50 Austin Blvd., Island Park, New York. The card measures approximately 4 x 7 inches and shows slight discoloration from light exposure, adding to its vintage character. Presented by Night Beat Magazine, the event
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This is an 8.5 x 11-inch flyer announcing the premiere of Andy Warhol’s film MORE MILK, YVETTE, starring Maria Montez and featuring a live performance by The Velvet Underground. Created in 1966, this flyer advertises an event that took place at Jonas Mekas’ Film-Makers’ Cinematheque, located at 125 West 41st Street, New York City. The
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This is a Velvet Underground poster advertising “The World’s First Mod Wedding Happening,” an event held on Sunday, November 20, 1966, at the Carnaby Street Fun Festival in Detroit, Michigan. The event, a “Freak Out,” took place from noon to 10 PM at the Michigan State Fairgrounds. The poster, printed on parchment-style card stock, measures
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This flyer promotes a performance of Andy Warhol’s Exploding Plastic Inevitable with The Velvet Underground and Nico, held on November 3, 1966, at the Music Hall Ballroom in Cincinnati, Ohio. The flyer, a distinctive artifact of the era, is printed on clear plastic and measures approximately 8.5 x 5.5 inches. The unusual material and minimalist
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This is a poster for Andy Warhol’s Velvet Underground performances at The Trauma, located at 2121 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The shows took place on July 19-22 and July 26-29, 1967. Designed by artist Karen Fritz, the poster measures approximately 16.25 x 12.5 inches and exemplifies the bold, psychedelic aesthetic of the era. The design
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This poster advertises Andy Warhol’s Plastic Inevitable Show featuring The Velvet Underground and Nico at The Trip, a renowned nightclub located on the Sunset Strip in Los Angeles. The shows were scheduled to run from May 3 to May 18, 1966. Measuring approximately 22 x 14 inches, the poster is a striking artifact of 1960s
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This 8.5 x 11-inch flyer, designed by Barbara Rubin, advertises a series of avant-garde events held from February 18 to March 2, 1966. The flyer originates from Jonas Mekas’ personal collection and includes a handwritten letter of authenticity, tying it directly to the influential filmmaker and cultural archivist. Rubin’s design reflects the experimental ethos of
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