Romare Bearden "The Blues" (1975) Art Exhibition/Museum Poster Print
Romare Bearden Foundation / Published by The McGaw Group, LLC · Art & Decor > Fine Art Prints & Posters
Era / Decade
2000s (Original artwork created in 1975; this poster print publication copyright dated 2003)
Material
Heavyweight matte or semi-gloss paper stock fine art offset lithograph poster print
Condition
Good to Very Good. The printed artwork image is vibrant and clear. Minor handling wear on the white margins including slight crease lines and edge wear along the left border.
Demand Level
Moderate to Strong. Romare Bearden is a celebrated master of 20th-century American art with a loyal collector base.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$25.00 - $65.00 unframed (Up to $100+ if matted and professionally framed)
Estimated Retail Value
$35.00 - $50.00 (Standard museum shop / art publisher poster price)
Comparable Sales
Unframed McGaw Group fine art exhibition posters by Romare Bearden typically sell between $30 and $60 on eBay and Etsy. Vintage original period prints or framed versions regularly achieve $100-$150+.
Description
Vibrant licensed museum art print of 'The Blues' (1975) by renowned African-American artist Romare Bearden (1911-1988). Features a printed signature in the upper right corner and full publishing details along the bottom margin including copyright 2003 Romare Bearden Foundation/VAGA, New York, published by The McGaw Group, LLC. Original collage artwork is held in the Honolulu Academy of Arts. Excellent piece for collectors of mid-century African-American art, jazz visual art, and modernism.
Key Features
Highly recognized African-American artist, iconic jazz/blues theme, official foundation-licensed publication, large poster format suitable for framing.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Clearly marked with copyright text along bottom margin: '© 2003 Romare Bearden Foundation/Licensed by VAGA, New York, NY / Published by The McGaw Group, LLC / Printed in the USA'. Includes artwork metadata and museum gift accession number.
Flaws to Note
Light creasing and soft denting along the left edge margin, slight corner wear. No visible tears, water damage, or major stains within the image area itself.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, Etsy, or LiveAuctioneers/1stDibs (if framed). Etsy and eBay are best for art prints and poster collectors, especially those interested in African-American history and jazz art.
Selling Tips
Ship flat between thick cardboard layers or roll carefully in a sturdy heavy-duty shipping tube. Emphasize keywords like 'African American Artist', 'Harlem Renaissance', 'Jazz Art', 'Collage', and 'The Blues'. Framing the piece before listing can significantly increase perceived value.