Poster Collectors Eye Vintage Finds in Upcoming 2026 Auctions

The 2026 auction calendar is shaping up as a prime window for poster enthusiasts, with two standout events promising a fresh influx of collectible wall art. First, Ewbank Auctions has scheduled a dedicated Vintage Posters auction for early 2026, slated to close at 11:00. This sale is expected to showcase a broad spectrum of historic prints, ranging from classic travel advertisements to iconic mid‑century cinema graphics, catering to both seasoned collectors and newcomers seeking a nostalgic touch for modern interiors. The focused nature of the event underscores a growing market appetite for well‑preserved, high‑quality posters that capture cultural moments.

Following closely, the German‑based akanthus galerie im westwerk is set to conclude its art and poster auction later in the same year. While the exact timing remains flexible, the catalogue blends contemporary art pieces with a curated selection of posters, highlighting a trend where dealers pair traditional fine‑art offerings with graphic prints to broaden appeal. This hybrid approach reflects a shift in collector preferences, as buyers increasingly view posters not merely as decorative ephemera but as integral components of a diversified portfolio.

Both auctions illustrate a clear movement toward specialized, theme‑focused sales that elevate posters from peripheral items to headline attractions. Organisers are leveraging targeted marketing and expert provenance research to assure buyers of authenticity and condition, factors that have become decisive in a market where rarity and historical context drive premiums. As the year progresses, poster aficionados can anticipate a steady rhythm of releases, each offering a glimpse into bygone eras while reinforcing the medium’s relevance in contemporary collecting circles.

Based on 2 digest summaries · Generated December 26, 2025

The Auction Room (Perth

December 26, 2025 —

Bid For Wine Marketplace is holding an auction on December 26, 2025, at 23:00. Ekonnect Storage Auctions Marketplace is also hosting an auction on December 26, 2025, at 23:00. Elmwood's Auctions will have a New Year's Day Fine Jewellery & Handbags auction on January 1, 2026, at 14:00. Vectis Auctions will conduct the Specialist Diecast - Day 1 auction on January 6, 2026, at 09:30. Fellows Auctioneers will host a Jewellery auction on January 7, 2026, at 09:00, followed by a Pawnbrokers Jewellery & Watches auction at 11:00. Elmwood's Auctions will have a Fine Jewellery auction on January 7, 2026, at 14:00. Vectis Auctions will hold a Specialist Diecast - Day 2 auction on January 7, 2026, at 09:30, and a TV & Film auction on January 8, 2026, at 09:30. Ewbank Auctions will conduct a Memorabilia Collectables auction on January 8, 2026, at 11:00. Vectis Auctions will have a Modern Diecast auction on January 9, 2026, at 09:30, and Ewbank Auctions will host a Vintage Posters auction on January 9, 2026, at 11:00.

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December 26, 2025 —

Cadmore Auctions Ltd is hosting the Boxing Day Automatic Auction featuring jewellery, designer items, watches, militaria, and Asian antiques on December 26, 2025. Auctioneum Ltd in East Bristol & Bath is conducting a timed auction for furniture and decorative interiors ending December 28, 2025, and a 20th Century and Contemporary Art Auction ending December 29, 2025. Friedrich Werdier KG's Winterauktion for gold and diamond jewelry ends December 29, 2025. Auctioneum Ltd also has a Christmas Collectables auction ending December 29, 2025, and a Tolkien-themed book auction ending December 30, 2025. Kunst- & Auktionshaus Schloss Hagenburg GmbH's Auction 116 for art and antiques ends December 31, 2025. Elstob's Fine Art & Antiques timed online auction ends January 4, 2026, along with Jeschke Jádi Auctions Berlin GmbH's Modern and Contemporary Art auction, Potteries Auctions' Xmas Special, and Auktionshaus Becker's Große Weihnachtsauktion 2025. Auctioneum Ltd's autographs auction ends January 5, 2026. Tiberius Auktionen GmbH's 21st Christmas auction ends January 6, 2026, alongside Hargesheimer Kunstauktionen Düsseldorf GmbH's Art Mix auction, akanthus galerie im westwerk's art and poster auction, and Auktionshaus Angerland's Winterauktion. Dreweatts 1759's Art & Interiors auction ends January 7, 2026, and Leihhaus Viktualienmarkt GmbH's fine jewelry auction ends January 7, 2026.