Original Concert Poster, American, Psychedelic Art, Berkeley Free Press, C.1970

This is a vintage concert poster. An American, original advertisement handbill for Country Joe & The Fish et al, published by the Berkeley Free Press, dated to 1970. A striking example of counterculture psychedelic art, capturing the creative energy of late 1960s California. Evocative counterculture concert poster, steeped in the psychedelic aesthetic of the Berkeley scene Published by the Berkeley Free Press, a key member of the Californian civil rights and anti-war movement Advertises a benefit concert held at the Finnish Brotherhood Hall, near the University of California, Berkeley campus Illustrated and coloured by Michael Wilson, likely a Berkeley alumnus or local scene artist Vibrant blue and fuchsia pink palette creates three-dimensional depth and optical intrigue Bands and artists on the bill include Country Joe & The Fish, Afro Blues Persuasion, and a play by Marvin Norinsky Line-up details neatly printed along the lower edge for legibility Replete with the Berkeley Free Press imprint to the lower right corner, confirming its authenticity Presented within a tasteful later frame, dressed to the rear with braid for ease of hanging This is a captivating vintage concert poster, rich with psychedelic art heritage and Berkeley Free Press history. Delivered ready to display. Dimensions: Max Width: 56.5cm (22.25'') Max Depth: 1cm (.5'') Max Height: 71cm (28'') Poster Width: 40cm (15.75'') Poster Height: 55.5cm (21.75'')