Vintage 1987 Rusty Rust Emmett Kelly Jr Clown Art Print Promo Catalog Poster 24x18

Up for sale is a rare, highly collectible piece of classic American clown art history! This is an original vintage 1987 promotional dealer catalog poster / showroom layout sheet presenting the Historical First Limited Edition Original Paintings of Emmett Kelly, Jr. as masterfully captured by Sarasota, Florida artist D. "Rusty" Rust. This unique horizontal collectors' poster features full dimensions of approximately 24" x 18" and is printed on a heavy, premium glossy commercial paper stock perfect for framing.Designed exclusively for gallery owners and investors, this visual index acts as a gorgeous multi-photo collage showcasing 18 distinct painting variations (numbered 101 through 118) featuring titles like "One Way", "Spotlight", "Sad", "Tubby", and "Carousel". The bottom edge proudly retains its original publisher details from exclusive distributor Shar/Decor in Largo, FL, alongside the official print mark: "© RUST 1987".Because these dealer sheets were primarily distributed to commercial art storefronts rather than mass-produced for the general public, they are exceptionally difficult to find intact today. Condition Details:The poster is in great original vintage condition, boasting crisp black header typography and vibrant, beautifully saturated miniature art panels with zero fading. The thick paper stock is sturdy and bright white. It displays normal light metrics of file-cabinet storage and age, including gentle edge handling crinkles and soft rolling waves. There are no major graphic cuts, center folds, staple punctures, or water stains. Please inspect the high-resolution listing photos closely to check out the exact condition.Will be handled with absolute care, rolled gently, and shipped to you securely inside a heavy-duty cardboard poster mailing tube. A brilliant addition for collectors of authentic clown memorabilia, Emmett Kelly fans, or unique 1980s art advertising history!

Condition

Used (normal wear)