Auction 55, Bid & Bloom, April 7th
Tue, Apr 7, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 373
Vivian Beaumont Theater Poster by Ellsworth Kelly, Lincoln Center, 1965
Estimate: $100 - $200
Starting Bid
$10
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
A large-format poster designed by Ellsworth Kelly for the Vivian Beaumont Theater at Lincoln Center, dated 1965. The composition features four bold color blocks—red, yellow, green, and blue—arranged in a minimalist layout characteristic of Kelly’s work. Commissioned by Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts as part of the List Art Poster Program of the American Federation of Arts, this piece exemplifies mid-century modern graphic design and color field aesthetics.
Dimensions: Height 46 in; Width 30 in
Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age. Minor creases, surface marks, and handling wear visible, particularly along edges and corners. Some discoloration and small spots present; no major tears observed.
Ellsworth Kelly, Vivian Beaumont Theater, Lincoln Center, 1965 poster, List Art Poster Program, American Federation of Arts, modernist poster, color field, vintage poster, collectible print
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