1966 Big Brother with Janis Joplin (FD-38-OHB)

$395.00

Piece: Original handbill promoting 1966 Big Brother and the Holding Company (Janis Joplin) shows

Series Number: FD-38

Printing/Date: First (pre-concert), 1966

Performer(s): Big Brother and the Holding Company, Lee Michaels, Oxford Circle 

Artist(s): Victor Moscoso

Venue: Avalon Ballroom

Size (framed): 18”x 24”

*AW Condition Assessment: Fine Art Grade

Condition Notes: Very minor folds that do not detract from presentation.

Framing Materials:

  • Frame: Black Aluminum

  • Matting: Custom Cut, Acid-Free Double Mat

  • Glazing: Tempered Glass (upgrade to Tru Vue Conservation Acrylic or Optium Museum Acrylic available)

Notes: Gallery August West is excited to present this original first-print handbill promoting two December 1966 Big Brother and the Holding Company (with Janis Joplin) shows at the Avalon Ballroom. This iconic image by Victor Moscoso is one of the foundational pieces of psychedelic poster art and can be found in museums worldwide. The handbill is slightly smaller than the original poster, but a more affordable way to add this timeless image to your collection. Please note The Bindweed Press, San Francisco printing credit in the photo, which is indicative of a pre-concert, first-printing.

Have questions or want more pictures? Reach out via our contact page or send an email to galleryaugustwest@gmail.com.

*Please reference our page - AW Grading System for details on how we assess the condition of our pieces.

Piece: Original handbill promoting 1966 Big Brother and the Holding Company (Janis Joplin) shows

Series Number: FD-38

Printing/Date: First (pre-concert), 1966

Performer(s): Big Brother and the Holding Company, Lee Michaels, Oxford Circle 

Artist(s): Victor Moscoso

Venue: Avalon Ballroom

Size (framed): 18”x 24”

*AW Condition Assessment: Fine Art Grade

Condition Notes: Very minor folds that do not detract from presentation.

Framing Materials:

  • Frame: Black Aluminum

  • Matting: Custom Cut, Acid-Free Double Mat

  • Glazing: Tempered Glass (upgrade to Tru Vue Conservation Acrylic or Optium Museum Acrylic available)

Notes: Gallery August West is excited to present this original first-print handbill promoting two December 1966 Big Brother and the Holding Company (with Janis Joplin) shows at the Avalon Ballroom. This iconic image by Victor Moscoso is one of the foundational pieces of psychedelic poster art and can be found in museums worldwide. The handbill is slightly smaller than the original poster, but a more affordable way to add this timeless image to your collection. Please note The Bindweed Press, San Francisco printing credit in the photo, which is indicative of a pre-concert, first-printing.

Have questions or want more pictures? Reach out via our contact page or send an email to galleryaugustwest@gmail.com.

*Please reference our page - AW Grading System for details on how we assess the condition of our pieces.