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Before there was a poster, there was a performance. The Fillmore was not merely a concert venue — it was the beating heart of a cultural revolution, a room where the boundaries between artist and audience, between blues and psychedelia, between commerce and counterculture, dissolved night after night into something entirely new. This auction traces that history through the paper artifacts that announced it: original posters, handbills, and tickets spanning from April 1966, when the first shows were barely being documented, through the early 1970s, when the era was already beginning to pass into legend.From Wes Wilson's earliest experiments in flowing psychedelic typography to the intricate masterworks of Bonnie MacLean, Rick Griffin, Stanley Mouse, and Alton Kelley, the lots gathered here represent the full arc of the Fillmore's golden age — and the artists who gave it its face. Jefferson Airplane and the Grateful Dead, Jimi Hendrix and Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and The Doors: these are not merely names on a bill, but the building blocks of a world that still echoes in music, art, and design today. Complete sets with matching handbills and dated tickets sit alongside rare single editions, offering collectors at every level a genuine opportunity to own something irreplaceable. For those who believe that history lives in objects, this is where to look.

Graded and slabbed by CGC at 9.0.This single poster is catalogued as BG 0, making it one of the earliest known Fillmore pieces on record and an extraordinarily rare artifact from the very dawn of the San Francisco psychedelic music scene. It is a 1st edition print designed by Bonnie MacLean, one of the Fillmore's most beloved and prolific poster artists, whose work helped define the visual language of the era. The poster promotes a performance by The Grass Roots and Quicksilver Messenger Service at The Fillmore in April 1966, a time when the venue was just beginning to establish itself as the epicenter of a cultural revolution. Measuring 12 5/8 x 18.5 inches, this piece presents beautifully and has been graded by CGC as 9.0, reflecting its outstanding state of preservation for a piece of this age. There are no significant flaws to report, making this an exceptional find for any serious collector. Pieces from this earliest period of Fillmore history rarely come to market in any condition, let alone one as fine as this. This is a true cornerstone lot for anyone looking to anchor a world-class collection of Fillmore memorabilia.

BG-0 (CGC 9.0) The Grass Roots & Quicksilver Messenger Service | Bonnie MacLean | April 22-23, 1966 | First Edition

This single poster is a 1st edition (Edition A) from August 1966, featuring two of the most celebrated bands in San Francisco's psychedelic rock history sharing the same bill at The Fillmore. Designed by Wes Wilson, the godfather of the Fillmore poster art form and the inventor of the flowing, hard-to-read lettering style that became synonymous with the era, this piece is a quintessential example of his early work. Measuring 14.25 x 20 inches, the poster is graded Good and shows tack holes, a stain, and creases consistent with a piece that has lived a full life since 1966. While the condition reflects honest age-related wear, the graphic integrity of Wilson's design remains clearly visible and impactful. The pairing of Jefferson Airplane and the Grateful Dead on a single bill is a reminder of just how extraordinary the San Francisco live music landscape was during this period. Posters from this early BG series are highly sought after by collectors, and Wilson-designed pieces in particular command strong interest at auction. A wonderful opportunity to own an authentic piece of rock history at an accessible price.

BG-23-OP-1-A Jefferson Airplane & Grateful Dead | Wes Wilson | August 12-13 1966

This single poster is a 1st edition from October 1966, promoting an early Grateful Dead performance at Winterland, one of San Francisco's other great rock venues of the era, closely associated with Bill Graham's concert empire alongside The Fillmore. Designed by Wes Wilson, the piece showcases his signature psychedelic typography and organic design sensibility, which was already fully formed by this point in 1966. Measuring an unusually tall 11 7/8 x 24.25 inches, the format itself is a distinctive feature that sets this poster apart from standard Fillmore dimensions. The poster is graded Good and exhibits tack holes and corner creases that are entirely typical for pieces from this period. Despite the wear, the design reads clearly, and the poster retains its full visual presence. Early Grateful Dead posters from 1966 are among the most historically significant pieces a collector can acquire, as they document the band's earliest days before they became one of the most followed acts in American music history. This is a compelling and authentic artifact from the very beginning of the Dead's legendary live career.

BG-30 Grateful Dead, Winterland | Wes Wilson | October 7-8, 1966 | First Edition

This poster is a 1st edition from November 1966, celebrating a performance by blues titan Muddy Waters at The Fillmore, a booking that reflects Bill Graham's deep commitment to presenting blues legends alongside the rock acts they directly inspired. Designed by Wes Wilson and measuring 13.75 x 22.5 inches, this is a striking example of Wilson's ability to translate the energy of a performance into a bold and memorable graphic statement. The poster is graded Very Good, with only minor bottom-edge paper imperfections noted, an impressive state of preservation for a nearly 60-year-old piece of concert ephemera. Muddy Waters' appearances at The Fillmore were pivotal cultural moments, introducing his music to a new generation of rock fans and cementing the cross-pollination of blues and psychedelic rock that would define the era.Posters from the BG 30s series are highly collectible, and a Very Good example like this represents excellent value. This is a beautiful piece that would be a highlight in any serious collection of Fillmore or blues memorabilia.

BG-35 Muddy Waters | Wes Wilson | November 4-6, 1966 | First Edition

This single poster is a 1st edition from October 1967, drawn from the AOR (Art of Rock) series rather than the standard BG run, making it a distinctive and somewhat rarer entry in the Fillmore canon. Featuring Jefferson Airplane and Mother Earth at The Fillmore, the poster was designed by Jim Blashfield, whose work brought a unique visual sensibility to the psychedelic poster tradition. Measuring 13 7/8 x 19.75 inches and graded Excellent, this is a pristine example that has survived over five decades in outstanding condition. The AOR series is sometimes overlooked in favor of the more widely collected BG series, but pieces like this represent a genuine opportunity to acquire high-quality Fillmore material at strong value. Jefferson Airplane was at the absolute peak of their popularity and cultural influence in late 1967, making this a historically resonant piece as well as a visually compelling one. The Excellent grade means there are no significant condition concerns, and this poster would display beautifully framed. A wonderful addition for collectors of Jefferson Airplane material, AOR series posters, or Fillmore history more broadly.

AOR 2.89 Jefferson Airplane & Mother Earth | Jim Blashfield | Oct 29, 1967 | Excellent

This is a rare and exciting complete set comprising a poster, handbill, and ticket from the November 1967 Pink Floyd and Big Brother &amp; The Holding Company show at The Fillmore, one of the most historically significant bills ever to grace the venue. All three pieces were designed by Bonnie MacLean and together represent a matched set that is exceptionally difficult to assemble. The 2nd edition poster measures 14 1/16 x 21 1/8 inches and is graded Fair, showing tack holes, creases, and black marker in the top-right corner, with wear that is understandable given the poster's age and the cultural moment it captures. By contrast, the handbill (4.5 x 7 inches) is in Excellent condition, and the ticket (2.5 x 4 3/8 inches) is a stunning Mint example, making the overall set a beautifully balanced offering across three different formats. Pink Floyd's early American appearances are among the most coveted subjects in all of rock memorabilia collecting, and pieces from this specific show are genuinely scarce. The combination of all three formats in a single lot is an extraordinary opportunity that rarely presents itself. This complete set would be a crown jewel in any serious collection.

BG-91 Pink Floyd & Big Brother and the Holding Company | Complete Set - Poster, Handbill, & Ticket | Bonnie MacLean | November 2-4, 1967

This poster is a 3rd edition from November 1967, documenting a performance by The Doors at The Fillmore during one of the band's most exciting periods. Designed by Jim Blashfield and measuring 14 x 21.25 inches, the poster is graded Good and shows one tack hole in each corner, paper loss, and tape on the back, condition issues that are common for pieces that were displayed and handled during their original use. While the condition is not without flaws, the poster retains its full graphic impact and remains a highly recognizable and desirable piece. The Doors were at the height of their fame and mystique in late 1967, and original concert posters from this period are among the most sought-after items in rock memorabilia. Jim Blashfield's design work for the Fillmore is less widely known than that of Wilson or MacLean, making this an interesting piece for collectors who appreciate the full breadth of the venue's artistic output. The 3rd edition designation means this is not the most scarce version, but it remains a genuinely authentic artifact from a legendary band's peak years. A strong addition to any Doors or Fillmore collection.

BG-93 The Doors |  Jim Blashfield | November 16-18, 1967 | First Edition

This single poster is a signed 2nd edition from February 1968, featuring The Jimi Hendrix Experience and John Mayall at both The Fillmore and Winterland, a remarkable double-venue billing that speaks to the scale and ambition of Bill Graham's concert productions during this period. Designed by Rick Griffin, one of the true titans of psychedelic poster art and a pivotal figure in the broader underground art movement of the 1960s, this piece carries significant artistic and historical weight. Measuring 14 x 21 11/16 inches, the poster is graded Poor with creases throughout and staining, reflecting a difficult preservation history. However, the poster carries the exceptional distinction of being hand-signed, a factor that substantially elevates its desirability and collectibility regardless of condition grade. Jimi Hendrix material is among the most passionately collected in all of rock history, and a signed Griffin-designed poster from a 1968 Fillmore show is a genuinely extraordinary artifact. Even in poor condition, the combination of Hendrix, Griffin, and a hand signature makes this one of the most significant pieces in the auction. Collectors who prioritize provenance and historical significance over cosmetic condition will find this lot particularly compelling.

BG-105 The Jimi Hendrix Experience & John Mayall | Rick Griffin (Signed) | February 1-4, 1968

This is a complete set comprising a poster, handbill, and four individual night tickets from a Grateful Dead and Quicksilver Messenger Service run at The Fillmore West in November 1968, a multi-night engagement that captures both bands at a creatively fertile moment. All pieces were designed by Lee Conklin, whose intricate, densely detailed style made him one of the most distinctive voices among the Fillmore's roster of poster artists. The 1st edition poster measures 14 1/16 x 20 3/8 inches, is graded Good with corner dings, and retains a strong visual presence despite its wear. The handbill is graded Good, and the four individual night tickets, covering November 7, 8, 9, and 10, range in condition from Good to Excellent, with the November 10 ticket in particularly fine shape. The inclusion of all four night tickets is a remarkable feature of this lot, as individual tickets from specific show dates are notoriously difficult to locate decades after the fact. Complete sets of this scope, poster, handbill, and a full run of dated tickets, are exceptionally rare and represent the holy grail for many Grateful Dead collectors. This lot is a standout offering and a once-in-a-while opportunity for serious collectors of Dead or Fillmore material.

BG-144 Grateful Dead & Quicksilver Messenger Service | Complete Set - Poster, Handbill, & 4 Tickets | Lee Conklin | November 7-10, 1968 | First Edition

This is a complete set comprising a signed poster, handbill, and three individual night tickets from Led Zeppelin's legendary April 1969 run at The Fillmore West and Winterland, one of the most celebrated engagements in the band's early American touring history. The 2nd edition poster was designed by Randy Tuten and Peter Pynchon, measures 13 15/16 x 21 inches, and bears a hand signature by Randy Tuten himself, adding a personal and provenance-rich dimension to an already significant piece. The poster is graded Fair with handling marks and creases, described as a "lot copy," but the handbill is in Very Good condition, and the three individual night tickets for April 24, 25, and 26 are graded Very Good, Excellent, and Excellent, respectively. Led Zeppelin's early Fillmore appearances are among the most mythologized in rock history, predating their rise to the stadium-level fame that would define the 1970s, and original material from this period is extraordinarily scarce. The combination of a Tuten-signed poster, a near-complete run of dated tickets, and a handbill in a single lot is a remarkable assemblage that would be nearly impossible to replicate on the open market. This is, without question, one of the marquee lots of the auction and a genuine trophy piece for any serious collector of classic rock memorabilia.

BG-170 Led Zeppelin | Complete Set - Poster, Handbill, & 3 Tickets | Randy Tuten (Signed) | Apr 24-26, 1969 

This partial set comprises a poster and three individual night tickets from a Grateful Dead and New Riders of the Purple Sage run at The Fillmore West in June 1970, designed by David Singer. Singer's work for the Fillmore is characterized by a more refined, painterly approach that distinguished him from the rawer psychedelic energy of his predecessors, and this piece is a fine example of his mature style. The 2nd edition poster measures 14 x 21 inches and is graded an impressive Excellent, making it one of the finest condition examples in the auction. The three individual night tickets, for June 4, 5, and 6, are graded Good, Excellent, and Excellent respectively, rounding out a strong set across all formats represented. This run took place during the final chapter of the original Fillmore West, which closed its doors in 1971, lending these pieces additional historical significance as documents of the venue's final creative years. The New Riders of the Purple Sage were closely associated with the Grateful Dead during this period, with Dead members frequently sitting in, making this a particularly resonant piece for fans of both acts. A beautifully preserved lot that combines an Excellent condition poster with a strong run of matching tickets.

BG-237 Grateful Dead & New Riders of the Purple Sage | Poster & 3 Tickets | David Singer | June 4-6, 1970 | Excellent

This single poster is a 3rd edition from February 1966, making it one of the oldest pieces in the entire auction and a document of the very earliest days of the Fillmore's history as a rock venue. Designed by Peter Bailey and measuring 14 5/16 x 19 15/16 inches, this poster predates the emergence of the now-iconic Fillmore visual style that would later that same year be defined by Wes Wilson. The piece is graded Very Good and shows edge imperfections, trimmed edges, and minor rips and creases, entirely understandable for a piece approaching 60 years of age. Jefferson Airplane was one of the pioneering acts of the San Francisco psychedelic scene, and their early Fillmore appearances, documented here, represent the ground floor of what would become a cultural phenomenon. BG 1 is one of the most symbolically significant catalog numbers in the entire Fillmore series, and examples in any condition are keenly sought by serious collectors. The Very Good grade makes this a presentable and displayable example of one of the rarest and most historically important Fillmore posters. An exceptional opportunity to acquire a piece of genuine rock history from the very beginning.

BG-1 Jefferson Airplane | February 4-6, 1966 | Peter Bailey | Very Good

This poster is a 4th edition from May 1966, documenting one of the most culturally charged evenings in Fillmore history, a performance by The Velvet Underground under the auspices of Andy Warhol's Exploding Plastic Inevitable multimedia event, sharing the bill with Frank Zappa's The Mothers of Invention. Designed by Wes Wilson and measuring 13 x 19 inches, this poster sits at the intersection of two of the most influential artistic movements of the 1960s: the San Francisco psychedelic scene and the New York avant-garde pop world centered around Warhol's Factory. The poster is graded Excellent, making it one of the finest presentable examples of this historically loaded piece that a collector is likely to encounter. The convergence of Warhol, The Velvet Underground, and The Mothers of Invention on a single Fillmore bill was a genuinely extraordinary moment, and Wilson's design captures the energy of that collision beautifully. Pieces that connect the two coasts' artistic revolutions of the 1960s are perennially in demand among collectors of both rock memorabilia and pop art history. The Excellent condition means this poster would display magnificently and needs no apologies. One of the most intellectually and historically compelling lots in the auction.

BG-8 Andy Warhol, The Velvet Underground, & The Mothers | Wes Wilson | May 28-29, 1966 | Excellent

This poster is a 2nd edition from June 1966, featuring Jefferson Airplane at The Fillmore in another early appearance by the band that would soon become one of the defining acts of the psychedelic era. Designed by Wes Wilson and measuring 14 1/16 x 20 inches, this is a clean, beautiful example from Wilson's prolific early run of Fillmore commissions. The poster is graded Excellent, with no significant condition concerns to report, making it a highly displayable and investment-worthy example. By mid-1966, Wilson's distinctive design language was fully established, and this poster exemplifies the flowing forms and vibrant energy that made his work so immediately recognizable and enduringly influential. Jefferson Airplane posters from this early period are consistently strong performers in the collector market, driven by deep and sustained demand from fans of the band and the broader San Francisco scene. The combination of an Excellent condition grade and a desirable early BG catalog number makes this a particularly attractive lot for collectors at any level. A wonderful piece that would anchor any collection of Fillmore or Jefferson Airplane memorabilia.

BG-10 Jefferson Airplane | Wes Wilson | June 10-11, 1966 | Excellent

This poster is a 1st edition from March 1967, capturing Jefferson Airplane at The Fillmore during the period immediately surrounding the release of their landmark album Surrealistic Pillow, one of the defining records of the psychedelic era. Designed by Wes Wilson and measuring 13 11/16 x 20 1/16 inches, this is a pristine example from what many consider the peak of Wilson's creative output for the Fillmore. Graded Excellent, the poster presents beautifully with no significant condition issues, and its 1st edition status adds further desirability for serious collectors. By early 1967, Jefferson Airplane had achieved national recognition and were at the forefront of the cultural explosion centered in San Francisco, making this a particularly resonant historical document. Wilson's designs from this period are among the most reproduced and referenced in the history of graphic art, and original 1st edition examples in Excellent condition are genuinely scarce on the open market. This poster would display magnificently and represents a strong investment for collectors focused on the intersection of music history and graphic design history. A highlight lot for anyone with a passion for the Summer of Love era.

BG-54 Jefferson Airplane | Wes Wilson | March 10-12, 1967 | First Edition

This poster is a 1st edition from September 1967, another Jefferson Airplane appearance at The Fillmore, but this time rendered by Greg Irons rather than the more widely celebrated Wes Wilson, making it an interesting point of comparison within a Jefferson Airplane collection. Greg Irons brought a rawer, more underground comics-influenced sensibility to his Fillmore work, and his designs occupy a distinctive niche within the broader poster art tradition of the era. Measuring 13 7/8 x 21.25 inches and graded Very Good with some creasing, this poster retains strong visual clarity and would present well in a frame. By September 1967, Jefferson Airplane were one of the biggest bands in America, fresh off a summer that included landmark festival appearances and heavy radio play, lending this piece significant cultural weight. Irons-designed Fillmore posters are somewhat less common in the collector market than Wilson or MacLean pieces, making this a potentially interesting undervalued acquisition for discerning collectors. The 1st-edition status and Very Good condition combine to make this a solid, presentable lot. A fine piece from the height of the psychedelic era.

BG-85 Jefferson Airplane | Greg Irons | September 28-30, 1967 | First Edition

This poster is a 1st edition from October 1972, documenting a David Bowie performance at Winterland during what is widely regarded as one of the most transformative moments in his career, the Ziggy Stardust era, when Bowie was reinventing rock performance and pushing the boundaries of identity, costume, and spectacle. Designed by Randy Tuten and measuring 13 5/8 x 22 inches, this poster represents a slight shift in the auction's timeline, bridging the classic Fillmore era of the late 1960s with the early 1970s rock scene that grew directly from it. The poster is graded Very Good with only minor handling marks, making it a clean and highly displayable example. Randy Tuten's design work for Winterland in the early 1970s is highly regarded and increasingly collected as the legacy of the San Francisco venue scene continues to grow in cultural appreciation. David Bowie posters from this era are perennially in demand among collectors of glam rock and classic rock memorabilia, and Winterland examples are particularly scarce compared to arena-era Bowie material. This is a visually striking and historically significant piece that would stand out in any collection spanning the full arc of 1960s and 1970s rock history.

WIN-721027 David Bowie, Winterland | Randy Tuten | October 17-28, 1972 | First Edition

This is a complete set comprising a poster, handbill, and three individual night tickets from a Paul Butterfield Blues Band run at The Fillmore in July 1967, all designed by Bonnie MacLean. MacLean's work for the Fillmore is among the most celebrated in the poster art tradition, and this piece is widely considered one of her finest designs, intricate, vibrant, and deeply expressive of the psychedelic moment. The 1st edition poster measures 13 15/16 x 21 inches and is graded Excellent, as is the handbill at 4.5 x 6 15/16 inches, making the top two pieces of this set exceptional in terms of preservation. The three individual night tickets, for July 11-13/16, July 14, and July 15, are graded Good, Excellent, and Excellent, respectively, completing a well-preserved set across all three formats. The Butterfield Blues Band were one of the great live acts of the era, and their Fillmore appearances were celebrated events that drew devoted audiences. A complete set of this caliber, Excellent poster, Excellent handbill, and strong tickets, is exactly the kind of offering that serious collectors wait years to encounter. This is a beautiful and cohesive lot that showcases Bonnie MacLean's artistry at its very best.

BG-72 Butterfield Blues Band | Complete Set - Poster, Handbill, & 3 Tickets | Bonnie MacLean | July 11-16, 1967 | First Edition

This is a complete set comprising a poster, handbill, and three individual night tickets from an Electric Flag, Moby Grape, and Steve Miller Blues Band run at The Fillmore in August 1967, all designed by Bonnie MacLean. This bill is a remarkable snapshot of the San Francisco scene's diversity and vitality in the summer of 1967, bringing together three acts that each represented a different dimension of the blues-rock and psychedelic fusion that defined the era. The 1st edition poster measures 14 x 21 inches and is graded Very Good; the handbill measures 4.5 x 7 inches and is also graded Very Good. The three individual night tickets, for August 8-10/13, August 11, and August 12, are all graded an exceptional Mint, making the ticket component of this set among the finest in the entire auction. The combination of a Very Good poster and handbill with three Mint tickets is a remarkable assemblage that reflects extraordinary care in preservation across all three formats. Electric Flag were at the peak of their brief but brilliant existence in August 1967, and original material from this run is genuinely scarce. A superbly preserved complete set and one of the strongest offerings in the auction from a condition standpoint.

BG-77 Electric Flag, Moby Grape & Steve Miller Blues Band | Complete Set - Poster, Handbill, & 3 Tickets | Bonnie MacLean | August 8-13, 1967 | First Edition

This is a complete set comprising a poster, handbill, and three individual night tickets from a Buffalo Springfield run at The Fillmore in December 1967, designed by the legendary duo Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelley, two of the most celebrated and influential artists ever to work for the Fillmore. Mouse and Kelley's collaborative designs are among the most iconic in the history of rock poster art, and their partnership represents a creative partnership with few equals in the genre. The 1st edition (B) poster measures 11 x 21 1/8 inches and is graded Very Good; the handbill measures 5 x 7 inches and is also graded Very Good. The three individual night tickets — for December 21, 22, and 23 — are graded Excellent, Fair, and Mint, respectively, offering a full three-night run in a single lot. Buffalo Springfield were one of the great but tragically short-lived bands of the era, and their Fillmore appearances are cherished documents of a band that contained within it the seeds of several legendary subsequent careers. A complete set designed by Mouse and Kelley is a genuinely special offering, combining two of the most prestigious names in poster art history with one of the most beloved bands of the 1960s. A fitting and magnificent closing lot for Fillmore Archive Auction No. 1.

BG-98 Buffalo Springfield | Complete Set - Poster, Handbill, & 3 Tickets | Stanley Mouse & Alton Kelley | December 21, 1967 | First Edition

The Fillmore Era: Posters, Tickets, and Handbills from Rock's Golden Age, 1966-1972

Before there was a band, there was a story. The Grateful Dead took their name from a folk tale as old as human memory—the story of a traveler who honors an unburied stranger and is repaid with gifts beyond measure. This auction traces that literary lineage from its earliest scholarly study, Gordon Hall Gerould's extraordinarily rare 1908 volume The Grateful Dead: The History of a Folk Story, through the very dictionary Jerry Garcia consulted when he discovered the name in 1965. These foundational artifacts anchor a collection that illuminates the written word's central place in the Dead's universe.From there, the collection expands into the poetry and publications that defined the band's intellectual circle: Robert Hunter's landmark verse, Bobby Petersen's elegies to fallen friends, the iconic Jester songbook with its Mouse and Kelley illustrations, complete runs of The Golden Road, and the monumental Taping Compendium that documented three decades of live performance. Together, these items reveal the Grateful Dead not just as a band, but as a literary movement—a community of poets, scholars, and writers whose work gave shape and meaning to the music. For collectors and scholars alike, this is a rare opportunity to own pieces of that story.

Princeton University literary scholar Gordon Hall Gerould wrote the first book-length study of the grateful dead folk tale in English, which inspired the entry in the dictionary that Garcia found in November 1965. One of the rarest books in the world of the Dead, few copies survive, especially in this condition.David Nutt, 1908. Octavo, 177 + 15 pp. Cloth. As issued, without jacket, in a custom clamshell archival box. Fine condition; an extraordinary copy.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

The Grateful Dead: The History of a Folk Story | Gordon Hall Gerould | David Nutt, 1908

The seminal 1960s work about Ken Kesey and the Merry Pranksters that catapulted the Dead into national prominence. Tom Wolfe's classic book was a foundational work of New Journalism, a school of writing that emphasized the literary potential and subjective nature of journalism. The book's chapter on the Dead cemented the band's place in the American counterculture and enshrined their legendary participation in the Acid Tests.Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 1968. Octavo, 434 pp. First edition, first printing. Toning to flyleafs, otherwise clean and bright. Beautifully rebound in psychedelic purple leather and marbled fine book paper.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test | Tom Wolfe | Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 1968 | First Edition, First Printing

This artifact of the Acid Test era can be seen in Paul Perry's On the Bus (Thunder's Mouth, 1990, p.140). The Pranksters had these made to signify "who was a 'Card Carrying Merry Prankster,'" and decorated the front with the famous image of Uncle Sam by James Montgomery Flagg. It is accompanied by one of Ken Kesey's own mysterious business cards, with "IT IS" and "mobile KESEY".Ca. 1965–66. 3.5 x 2 in. Browning to edges, image clean and bright; in remarkable condition for a 60-year-old cardstock. With a signed COA by Zane Kesey, Ken Kesey's son.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

"Can You Pass the Acid Test?" Business Card | Merry Pranksters | Ca. 1965–66 | With Ken Kesey "IT IS" Business Card & COA by Zane Kesey

Longtime band staffer and Ice Nine manager Alan Trist continued his research into the Grateful Dead folktale after cowriting the essay on it for the band's 1983 tour program, finally producing this "retelling," as he modestly called it, in 1989. Beautifully illustrated, this rendition captures the essential features of the folk story, offering an authentic and compelling narrative suitable for storytelling. At heart, the story is about the obligations of the living to the dead, a debt that, when honored, provides precious gifts.Hulogosi, 1989. Octavo, 43 pp. Hardbound in dust jacket. Signed by the author. Near fine.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

The Water of Life: A Tale of the Grateful Dead | Alan Trist | Hulogosi, 1989 | Signed

Starting in 1984, Deadheads could learn about&nbsp;the Grateful Dead&nbsp;through The Golden Road, a beautifully produced quarterly published by veteran journalists Blair Jackson and Regan McMahon. The Golden Road offered insightful interviews with band members and staffers, concert reviews, tour information, and carefully monitored the pulse of the Grateful Dead scene for 27 issues, finally ending in 1993. As a document of the Dead's final era, the magazine offers an unparalleled inside look at the scene as it underwent seismic change. This set has been beautifully library-bound, preserving the magazine and making it a handsome addition to any Deadhead bookshelf. Indispensable.Complete run bound in two archival hardbound library volumes.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the completion of the auction.

The Golden Road, Nos. 1–27 | Complete Run Blair Jackson & Regan McMahon | 1984–1993 | Two Volumes, Library Bound

Long before the internet connected Deadheads across the globe, Blair Jackson and Regan McMahon did it the old-fashioned way — with ink and paper. Launched in 1984, The Golden Road was a labor of love: a quarterly magazine that brought serious journalism to the Grateful Dead universe, featuring candid interviews with band members and crew, sharp concert coverage, and an attentive ear to the ever-evolving Dead scene. Over 27 issues spanning nearly a decade, it chronicled one of the band's most transformative periods, ending with its final issue in 1993. For collectors, this is primary source material — a window into a world that was changing faster than anyone knew.Issue no. 1. Fine/near fine condition.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

The Golden Road, Issue No. 1 | Blair Jackson & Regan McMahon | 1984

Octavo, 161 pp. Paperbound. Minor edgewear, standard perfect-bound spine crease (from the cover being opened), else near fine.Best known as the lyricist of "Passenger," Peter "Monk" Zimmels was a member of the Dead's larger literary circle who was a close friend of Phil Lesh's. In addition to his lyrics, he wrote poetry, which his family assembled into this volume at his death. Given to friends and family, this is one of the rarest of all Grateful Dead books. Readers will be fascinated to see the original draft of the lyrics for "Equinox" here, an outtake from the Terrapin Station sessions finally released on the 2006 CD reissue of the album. There are other treasures throughout, such as "Homegrown," dedicated to M.G., or Carolyn Garcia, Jerry's wife, who also wrote the book Primo Plant, one of the earliest how-to guides to growing marijuana. Monk officiated at Garcia's marriage to M.G.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the completion of the auction.

Peter Monk: Collected Poems | Peter "Monk" Zimmels | Lyricist of "Passenger," Grateful Dead Literary Circle

This is the dictionary that Garcia consulted when he found the band's name. The editor responsible for the entry was Maria Leach, a folklore scholar best known for her monumental Dictionary of Folklore. She consulted Gerould's book to write the entry. We are pleased to offer the correct edition, confirmed by consulting the actual dictionary, which differs from the version famously depicted in The Book of the Deadheads.1956 edition. Pristine condition in a custom archival clamshell box.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

Funk and Wagnalls New Practical Standard Dictionary | The Dictionary of the Grateful Dead | 1956 Edition

Grateful Dead&nbsp;band staffer and longtime manager of the Dead's publishing arm, Ice Nine Publishing, edited this commemorative tour program, the band's first extensive effort. Along with band member biographies, it included a range of revealing essays by fellow travelers such as Paul Krassner, a collage of album cover art, a moving afterword by Milton Mayer, Robert M. Petersen's moving elegy to Pigpen, "He Was A Friend of Mine," and more. The most significant essay is by Petersen with Alan Trist on the Grateful Dead folk tale, marking the first exploration of the link in a band publication.Tall octavo, 29 pp. Fine condition.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

Grateful Dead Tour Program, 1983/84 | Edited by Alan Trist | Ice Nine Publishing

Conducted by Yale law school professor Charles Reich, the author of The Greening of America, along with Rolling Stone editor and publisher Jann Wenner, this interview provided the first sustained, book-length view of the Dead as they entered the 1970s from the mind of the musician who, for many fans, represented the leader and guiding spirit of the band.Straight Arrow, 1972. Hardbound in dust jacket, 254 pp. Quarto. First edition. Near fine, very good condition with a dust jacket that is in very good condition, some chipping to the lower edges and discoloration on jacket.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

Garcia: A Signpost to New Space | Jerry Garcia with Charles Reich & Jann Wenner | Straight Arrow, 1972 | First Edition

This is the only known copy to have ever come to market to be signed by the compiler and editor, longtime band staffer Alan Trist, who was Garcia and Hunters friend in early 60s Palo Alto and a central person in Hunter's recent novel The Silver Snarling Trumpet. Incredible condition.Published a year after Petersen's death, this volume honored the Dead's longtime friend and lyricist, offering definitive proof of his ambition and achievement. This beautifully produced volume showed how Petersen's poetry helped to define the Dead and connected them to the Beat Generation and the San Francisco Poetry Renaissance.Hulogosi, 1988. Octavo, 129 pp. Hardbound in dust jacket. Signed.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the completion of the auction.

Alleys of the Heart: Collected Poems | Robert M. Petersen | Edited by Alan Trist | Foreword by Robert Hunter | Hulogosi, 1988 | Signed

Hunter's major press debut was a landmark work that features some of his finest poems. This volume cemented Hunter's claim to the status of serious poet in a volume that remains one of his most important and collectable. The final poem, "Holigomena," ends with some of Hunter's most eloquent poetry: "attempting / to speak truly / if not / truthfully / about lost things / in lost places / with lost words / in a lost song / and somehow / bring it / to be found."Viking, 1991. Octavo, 94 pp. Hardbound in dust jacket. Slightest of edgewear and bowing to upper edges of jacket, else mint. A beautiful copy.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

Night Cadre | Robert Hunter | Viking, 1991 | First Edition

A fascinating poetic exercise that grew into a full-length work, Idiot's Delight" was printed in Beat poet Raymond Foye's Hanuman Press series of pocket-sized works. Hunter played with the page's small size to superb effect, with a wide-ranging meditation on appetite and a host of other themes that will resonate with readers who know his lyrics. Funny, insightful, and moving, this is one of his rarest works.Small 16mo., 137 pp. Softbound (wrappers) in jacket. Very good condition. Some visible damage to outer jacket. Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

Idiot's Delight | Robert Hunter | Hanuman Press

Band lyricist and poet Robert M. "Bobby" Petersen's first published chapbook. It contains his moving elegies to Janis Joplin, "For Janis," and to Pigpen, "He Was A Friend of Mine." Petersen was an important figure in the early Dead scene, a close friend of Phil Lesh's and Alan Trist's, and an early and stalwart supporter of the band. Petersen is best known for his lyrics for the Dead, including "New Potato Caboose," "Pride of Cucamonga," and "Unbroken Chain"; his last lyric was "Revolutionary Hamstrung Blues," performed only once and never recorded in the studio. Petersen was considered the most serious and accomplished poet in the Dead's scene in the band's early years, and a link to the older San Francisco Bay Area poetry scene. Copies of this first chapbook are rare; copies of the first printing are unheard of. This is one of the equally scarce second printings, which the Grateful Dead sponsored as a tribute to their old friend.SIGNED BY AUTHOR, ROBERT M. PETERSON. Chapbook. Softbound. Octavo, 31 pp., unnumbered. 2nd printing. Privately published, financed by Grateful Dead Productions. Signed by Petersen on the front flyleaf; fine condition; some spotting to front flyleaves, as is common.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

Far Away Radios, Signed | Robert M. Petersen | 2nd Printing, Grateful Dead Productions

The famous "Jester" songbook, with the iconic cover illustration. When the Dead hired Alan Trist in 1970, his first assignment was to help establish Ice Nine Publishing to handle their music copyrights and publications. This songbook was a symbol of that effort, and this landmark work demonstrated the Dead's commitment to old-fashioned literary and artistic values with their own distinctive Haight-Ashbury spin. With beautiful calligraphy for the music by Bob Bayless and gorgeous full-color illustrations by famed Haight-Ashbury artists Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelley, the Jester Songbook set a standard for rock music.First printing. Fine. Rare in this condition. This first printing does not have the ISBN on the back cover. Some toning to cover, but otherwise near fine.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

Grateful Dead [Jester Songbook] | Ice Nine Publishing | Stanley Mouse & Alton Kelley, Illustrators | First Printing

The rare follow-up volume to the Jester Songbook, this included the music and lyrics for Wake of the Flood, From the Mars Hotel, and Blues For Allah. The cover featured Rick Griffin's crow from Wake of the Flood and marked the last in-house production of the band's songbooks. A powerful document from the year the Dead returned to the road after their hiatus from late 1974 through spring 1976.Ice Nine Publishing, 1976. Quarto, 104 pp. Fine.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

Grateful Dead, Vol. II | Ice Nine Publishing, 1976 | Rick Griffin Cover Art

Softbound, Quarto, 260 + [11] pp.; 279 + [16] pp. Slipcased. Fine. Rare, especially in this condition.As the Dead expanded their catalog, Ice Nine partnered with Warner Bros. to publish new songbooks, aptly entitled Anthology I and II. With discographies in the back. These oversized softbound volumes rarely survived in good condition; we're proud to offer a pristine set here in the very rare slipcased edition. Slipcased volumes have traditionally been the mark of an author's importance, a tribute to the power of their work. This slipcased set marked the first time the Dead's music received this level of respect.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the completion of the auction.

Grateful Dead Anthology, Vols. 1 & 2 | Ice Nine Publishing / Warner Bros. | Slipcased Edition

The monumental, groundbreaking study of the Dead's performances on tape, exhaustively documented and analyzed by dozens of expert tape collectors and Deadhead writers. The essays on the band's taping practices and the history of fan taping remain invaluable, and the lavishly detailed descriptions of concerts, tapes, and first-person accounts of shows make this a high-water mark in Grateful Dead writing. Dwork was the editor and publisher of Deadhead fanzine Dupree's Diamond News, giving this series a particular cachet. A rare and revealing look at the band's music from the perspective of the Taper's Section, and an incisive look at how fan taping infused and helped to define the Dead's cultural footprint.Henry Holt / PepperTonic, 1998–2001. Paperbound. Quarto, 598 pp; 756 pp.; 711 pp.; 407 pp. Mint condition, as new. This set includes Volume 4, the Addendum, which is rare.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

The Deadhead's Taping Compendium, Vols. 1–4 (Complete, with Rare Vol. 4 Addendum) | Michael M. Getz & John R. Dwork, Eds. | Henry Holt / PepperTonic, 1998–2001

The first full-length biography of the band was written by a college friend of Phil Lesh, who managed the Warlocks briefly in 1965. Although Harrison became a controversial figure, prone to exaggeration and error, his book was the first to treat the Dead as part of a larger cultural movement. This copy shows minor wear but includes the flexi-disk of Neal Cassady rapping with the Dead, providing accompaniment at a famous concert at the Straight Theatre in July 1967, less than a year before his untimely passing. Almost every copy has had the flexi-disk removed; this copy not only includes the disc, but it is as issued, bound in.Links, 1973. Square octavo, 180 pp. First edition, first printing. Some toning to cover, minor creases, and one small tear to the back cover at the bottom edge. About very good. Includes flexi-disk.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

The Dead Book Hank Harrison | Links, 1973 | First Edition, First Printing | With Flexi-Disk (Neal Cassady)

When the Dead began licensing vendors, one enterprising artisan created a beautifully detailed metal casting of Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelley's iconic reimagining of E.J. Sullivan's illustration of a skeleton crowned with roses, which became the famous Family Dog poster and Grateful Dead symbol. Years later, a few of these were turned into bookends. These are heavy, beautifully built pieces.Domestic (United States) shipping is included in the purchase price. International shipments will be subject to additional shipping costs, to be invoiced after the auction is completed.

Grateful Dead Skeleton & Roses Bookends | Stanley Mouse & Alton Kelley | Cast Metal

Dead Letters: Books, Poetry & Printed Treasures of the Grateful Dead

This curated auction features a trove of vintage and rare Grateful Dead concert posters, spanning the band’s storied career. Highlights include Fillmore originals, European tour prints, Mardi Gras celebrations, Egypt 1978, and more. Many pieces are first printings, artist-signed, or sourced from historic venues that helped shape the Dead’s legacy.Whether you're a lifelong collector or just discovering the psychedelic visual world of the Dead, this archive offers a unique window into the art, culture, and movement that followed the band for decades.Bid now and own a piece of Grateful Dead history.Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost.

Art by Wes Wilson2nd Printing, Excellent Condition (minor handling wear along a few edges and a small surface blemish near the right side of the face)Size: 14 1/4" Wide x 20" TallA cornerstone of psychedelic rock history, this original BG 23 poster captures the energy of two legendary bands—Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane, sharing the stage at San Francisco’s iconic Fillmore Auditorium on August 12–13, 1966. Designed by Wes Wilson, the godfather of psychedelic poster art, BG 23 is revered for its electric color palette, flowing typography, and early use of the now-iconic Fillmore style that helped define the visual identity of the Haight-Ashbury scene.This poster marked one of the earliest appearances of the Grateful Dead at the Fillmore, alongside a rising Jefferson Airplane during the Summer of Love’s formative months. Original printings of BG 23 are prized by collectors for their historical significance and striking visual appeal.&nbsp;Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;

BG 23 – Grateful Dead & Jefferson Airplane, Fillmore Auditorium (August 12-13, 1966)

Art by Wes Wilson2nd printing • Conservation backed with archival paper • Excellent condition (Minor edge wear and light handling marks near corners)14″ Wide x 22″ TallThis stunning poster from Bill Graham’s legendary Fillmore series captures the Grateful Dead’s headlining run in December 1966. Designed by iconic psychedelic artist Wes Wilson, the bold lettering and surrealist imagery reflect the explosive creativity of San Francisco’s counterculture scene.Printed as a 2nd edition and professionally conservation-backed on archival paper, this piece is in excellent condition, with minor edge wear and light handling marks near corners, a true collector’s gem.BG 41 is an essential entry in the early Grateful Dead poster canon and an excellent representation of late-1966 Fillmore design sensibilities. This copy’s condition and conservation work make it a top-tier example.Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;

BG 41 – Grateful Dead & Big Mama Thornton, Fillmore Auditorium (December 9-11, 1966)

Art by Wes Wilson3rd printing, lithograph, excellent (Light edge and corner wear are visible upon close inspection)28 1/2" tall x 15 3/4" wideThis iconic Wes Wilson poster commemorates the three-night residency at the historic Fillmore in San Francisco (July 15–17, 1966), featuring seminal performances by Jefferson Airplane supported by the Grateful Dead. Printed as a third edition lithograph and preserved in excellent condition with light edge and corner wear, it's a masterpiece of psychedelic concert artwork—tall, narrow format with vivid color and Wilson’s bold, flowing typography.Ideally suited for collectors of 1960s concert posters, this tall-format piece by Wes Wilson captures the vibrant energy of early San Francisco psychedelic rock. A standout for frame-and-display, it’s a rare collectible reflecting two pioneering bands at a historic moment.Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;

BG 17 – Grateful Dead & Jefferson Airplane, Fillmore Auditorium (July 15–17, 1966)

Art by Sun GraphicsOriginal Print, Rare Survivor, Excellent condition (light corner wear)13 3/8” Wide x 20½” TallThis VERY RARE original poster commemorates the Grateful Dead’s historic 1986 performance at Boreal Ridge Ski Resort in Northern California, a high-altitude, summertime show remembered for its remote mountain setting and electric energy. Designed by Sun Graphics, the poster blends bold typography with vibrant imagery evocative of the Dead’s mountain-vibe mystique.Preserved in excellent condition with light corner wear, this original print is a true survivor; few were produced, and even fewer remain intact nearly four decades later. A must-have piece for any serious Deadhead or collector of 1980s-era concert memorabilia.Add a rare and atmospheric artifact to your collection from a lesser-known but legendary moment in Grateful Dead history.<div>Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;</div>

Boreal Ridge ’86 Poster

Art by Harry RossitOriginal Print,&nbsp; Excellent Condition (Corners show light wear with faint edge rubbing, and the surface retains strong color and gloss)13" Wide x 19" TallCelebrate the spirit of Fat Tuesday Dead-style with this vibrant original 1993 Mardi Gras poster, created by artist Harry Rossit for the Grateful Dead’s annual celebration at the Oakland Coliseum. Known for their festive and playful Mardi Gras shows, the Dead leaned into the pageantry with parades, costumes, and unexpected setlists.Rossit’s artwork bursts with New Orleans flair, blending psychedelic motifs with traditional Mardi Gras imagery. This is an excellent condition original. The corners show light wear with faint edge rubbing, and the surface retains strong color and gloss. Overall, remarkably well-preserved with only minor signs of handling.A perfect collectible for Deadheads and poster enthusiasts alike, capturing the magic of one of the Dead’s most beloved live traditions.<div>Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;</div>

Mardi Gras 1993 Poster

Art by Troy AldersOriginal print, Excellent Condition (minor corner softening. No creases, folds, or edge tears. Two tape pulls are present on the reverse side, but do not affect the front image or display.)7,262 / 7,50015 3/4" Wide x 28 1/2" Tall <div>Artist Troy Alders created this striking original 1995 Mardi Gras poster for what would become the Grateful Dead’s final Mardi Gras celebration. Held at the Oakland Coliseum, these festive shows were beloved for their colorful parades, surprise performances, and carnival atmosphere, and 1995 was no exception.</div><div>Alders’ artwork captures the vibrant energy of Mardi Gras with a psychedelic twist, reflecting both the spirit of the holiday and the band’s enduring creativity. The poster remains in excellent condition, with minor corner softening. No creases, folds, or edge tears. Two tape pulls are present on the reverse side, but do not affect the front image or display.</div><div>A rare and poignant piece from the final year of the Grateful Dead’s storied run, this poster is a must-have for collectors looking to own a vibrant artifact from one of the band’s most spirited traditions.</div><div> Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;</div>

Mardi Gras 1995 Poster

Art by Alton KelleyOriginal print, Excellent Condition (light corner and edge wear)Size: 30" Wide x 20" Tall<div>This VERY RARE stunning original 1978 European Tour poster, designed by legendary psychedelic artist Alton Kelley, commemorates one of the most iconic moments in Grateful Dead history—their groundbreaking performances at the Great Pyramids of Giza in Egypt.</div><div> </div><div>Kelley’s artwork captures the mysticism and grandeur of the occasion, blending ancient symbolism with the Dead’s cosmic aesthetic. With bold colors and rich detail, the poster reflects both the cultural significance and psychedelic wonder of the band’s Egyptian adventure.</div><div> </div><div>Preserved in excellent condition, with light corner and edge wear, this is a rare and highly sought-after collectible from a milestone event that cemented the Dead’s global legend.</div><div> </div><div>Own a piece of history from the band’s most mythical tour—a sacred relic for any serious Deadhead or poster collector.</div><div> Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;</div>

European Tour 1978 Poster (Egypt '78)

Art by Dennis Larkins (signed)Original print, Excellent Condition (Light edge and corner wear &amp; softening)30" Wide x 20" Tall<div>This VERY RARE original 1980 Radio City Music Hall poster, designed and hand-signed by acclaimed artist Dennis Larkins, commemorates the Grateful Dead’s legendary acoustic and electric performances during their eight-night residency in New York City. These October shows, paired with a run at the Warfield in San Francisco, formed the basis of the beloved Reckoning and Dead Set live albums.</div><div>Larkin’s surreal, dimensional artwork captures the grandeur of Radio City through a psychedelic lens, making this poster one of the most visually striking in the Dead’s concert history.</div><div>Preserved in excellent condition, with light edge and corner wear &amp; softening, and signed by the artist, this piece is a museum-worthy collectible from a pivotal era in the band’s evolution.</div><div>A must-have for any serious Deadhead or poster collector, commemorating the moment the Dead went unplugged in one of America’s most iconic venues.</div><div>Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;</div>

Radio City Music Hall Poster (October 1980)

Artist - Richard BiffleDetails &amp; Condition - Original print, Signed by Full Band, Mint ConditionSize - 12" Wide x 18" Tall<div>This original 2004 “Wave That Flag” Summer Tour poster, designed by renowned Grateful Dead artist Richard Biffle, celebrates The Dead’s triumphant return to the road. Featuring Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, Mickey Hart, and Bill Kreutzmann, joined by Warren Haynes, Jeff Chimenti, and Jimmy Herring, this tour brought the spirit of the Dead into a new era.</div><div>Vibrant and richly detailed, Biffle’s artwork captures the energy and symbolism of the Grateful Dead’s enduring legacy. What makes this piece truly exceptional is that it’s signed by the full band, making it a rare and valuable collector’s item.</div><div>Preserved in mint condition, this poster is a standout tribute to the post-Jerry era and a must-have for any serious Deadhead or rock memorabilia collector.</div><div>Wave that flag—and own a piece of modern Dead history.</div><div>Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;</div>

The Dead – “Wave That Flag” Summer Tour 2004 Poster (Signed by Full Band)

Artist - G. L. McElhaneyDetails &amp; Condition - Unauthorized 2nd Printing, Excellent condition (minor edgewear and soft corners)Size - 11 17/32” Wide x 17 1/2 “ Tall<div>This vibrant poster commemorates the Jerry Garcia Band’s two-night stand at the legendary Armadillo World Headquarters in Austin, Texas, on March 20–21, 1976. Designed by G. L. McElhaney, the artwork features classic 1970s style with psychedelic accents, capturing the laid-back Texas vibes and the Garcia Band’s genre-blending sound.</div><div>Offered here is in excellent condition with minor edgewear and soft corners, unauthorized 2nd printing, a well-preserved piece that mirrors the original design but was produced after the event without official approval. Despite its unofficial status, this version remains highly collectible due to its scarcity and visual appeal.</div><div>A must-have for JGB fans and Texas rock history buffs alike, this poster offers a colorful glimpse into one of the most beloved venues of the era and a memorable moment in Garcia’s solo touring legacy.</div><div>Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;</div>

Jerry Garcia Band – Armadillo World Headquarters Poster (March 20–21, 1976)

Artist John CushingDetails &amp; Condition - 2nd Printing, Thin Stock, Excellent Condition (Minor corner wear and light handling)Size - Wide 17" x Tall 22 5/8"<div>This striking poster commemorates a legendary night of psychedelic rock at the Earl Warren Showgrounds in Santa Barbara, California, on April 29, 1967. Featuring an unforgettable lineup of the Grateful Dead, The Doors, UFO, and Captain Speed, this event captured the raw energy of the West Coast’s rapidly evolving music scene.</div><div>Designed by John Cushing, the poster showcases vibrant mid-’60s psychedelic artistry, blending surreal color and typography with a bold visual layout. This 2nd printing on thin stock is preserved in excellent condition, with minor corner wear and light handling, making it a rare survivor from one of the most exciting and experimental years in rock history.</div><div>While a full setlist from the night remains elusive, the Grateful Dead were known during this period for fiery performances of “Viola Lee Blues,” “Cream Puff War,” and “Cold Rain and Snow,” while The Doors were riding high off their debut album and hit single “Light My Fire.”</div><div>A museum-worthy piece of California rock history, this poster is a must-have for collectors of psychedelic art and fans of the era’s most groundbreaking bands.</div><div>Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;</div>

Grateful Dead, The Doors, UFO, Captain Speed – Santa Barbara Poster (April 29, 1967)

Printed By Okeanos PressDetails &amp; Condition - Limited Poetry Print, Near Mint conditionSize - 8¼″ Wide x 12¼″ Tall <div>This beautifully printed 1990 broadside features the complete lyrics to “Touch of Grey” by Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter, presented as a formal literary work. Issued by Okeanos Press with approval from Ice Nine Publishing, it was part of a limited-run initiative to preserve and recognize the poetic merit of Hunter’s contributions to American songwriting.</div><div>Printed on cream-colored stock with a clean vertical layout, the piece is topped by a classic Steal Your Face logo, framing the lyrics like a poem rather than a song. Unlike standard merchandise or promotional materials, this broadside was never sold at concerts and was intended for literary and archival audiences.</div><div>Preserved in near-mint condition, it stands as a rare and elegant tribute to the Grateful Dead’s enduring anthem and Hunter’s legacy as a poet.</div><div>A must-have for Deadheads, collectors of rock literature, and fans of Hunter’s lyrical genius.</div><div>Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;</div>

“Touch of Grey” Broadside by Robert Hunter (1990)

Cover Artist (Unofficial Edition) - Rick GriffinDetails &amp; Condition - Sealed, Very Good Condition (corners and edges show wear)<div>This rare, unofficial 1974 pirate copy of the Grateful Dead’s Wake of the Flood is a highly sought-after bootleg artifact from the band’s early independent era, representing a dark artifact of the struggles the band's record company faced when starting.&nbsp;</div><div>When the Dead set out to create their own record company, they didn't realize what they were up against. Although Grateful Dead Records ended up selling a respectable number of their debut release, Wake of the Flood, the record was pirated -- illegal copies were printed up and sold to unsuspecting retailers, whose customers were angry at how bad the sound quality was. When record stores started returning these pirates as defective pressings, the band realized they had a problem, one that would cost them almost half of the album's sales, if not more, and changing the course of the band's career -- if it had not been pirated, things might have turned out very differently for the band's record company, and for the band.</div><div>Almost no copies of the pirate edition survived, and this is in as-new condition, still sealed, with the telltale printed track listing attached to the back.&nbsp;</div><div>It is a truly historic artifact that documents a career-defining challenge the Dead experienced, one that shows what was at stake. Most of all, it is a talisman: even though this would have crushed most companies, the Dead not only persevered, they survived. This artifact is a vivid, historic, and remarkable statement of that determination and integrity.</div><div>Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;</div>

Wake of the Flood Vinyl Record (Unofficial 1974 Pirate Copy)

Details &amp; Condition: Original Print, Near Mint ConditionSize - 8.5" Wide x 12" Tall<div>This original Grateful Dead concert program from 1983/84 offers a snapshot of the band during a high-energy era marked by evolving setlists, new material, and renewed creative momentum. Produced for their national tour, the program features band photos, artwork, and era-specific commentary that reflects the Dead’s unique blend of improvisation, culture, and community.</div><div>Printed on glossy stock and preserved in near mint condition, this piece captures the vibe of early-'80s Dead, when Brent Mydland’s keyboards were in full swing and the band was delivering fiery performances coast to coast.</div><div>A rare collectible that bridges the late ’70s and late ’80s Dead eras, perfect for fans and collectors seeking original ephemera from the band’s storied touring history.</div><div>Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;</div>

1983/1984 Concert Program

Original print • Very Good condition (noticeable edgewear, slight creasing, soft corners)This poster was produced for Jerry Garcia’s 13-night solo run at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in New York City, held October 15–31, 1987. Billed as “Acoustic and Electric,” each show featured Garcia performing two full sets—one acoustic, one electric—supported by longtime collaborators John Kahn and David Kemper.<div>The clean, sharp design centers on a black-and-white photo of Garcia grinning behind a vertically positioned guitar, framed by an art-deco border. It remains one of the most iconic visuals of his post-Dead career and a standout among Bill Graham Presents material from that era.</div><div>Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;</div>

Jerry Garcia – Lunt-Fontanne Theatre 1987 Poster

Original program • Near-Excellent condition (light to moderate edgewear, gently softened corners)This official Playbill was distributed to attendees during Jerry Garcia’s 13-night “Acoustic and Electric” solo run at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in New York City, held from October 15 to 31, 1987. The performances marked Garcia’s return to the stage following his 1986 diabetic coma and featured both acoustic and electric sets backed by longtime collaborators including John Kahn, David Kemper, and members of the Jerry Garcia Band.The Playbill includes cast and crew listings, production notes, and era-specific advertisements, offering a snapshot of the Broadway scene during Garcia’s historic residency. It also features black-and-white photography and written tributes to Garcia’s influence, both within and beyond the Grateful Dead. A rare and authentic piece of memorabilia from one of the most significant solo chapters in Garcia’s career.Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;

Jerry Garcia - Lunt-Fontanne Theatre Playbill (Oct 15–31, 1987 Solo Run)

Original issue • Excellent condition (minor edge wear)This is the original Performing Arts magazine distributed for Jerry Garcia’s run at the Wiltern Theatre in Los Angeles. The cover features Garcia in a magician’s cape, pulling the neck of his guitar from a top hat—an iconic image later used to promote his Broadway residency at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. This issue was printed for venues across California and Texas and includes listings and features tied to Garcia’s acoustic and electric performances during this transitional solo period.Unlike posters or handbills, these venue programs were not widely saved, making surviving copies increasingly rare. This copy is clean and complete, with vibrant color and no interior markings. The cover shows only minor edge wear consistent with careful handling but has no tears, folds, or staining.As a piece of printed ephemera tied to Garcia’s solo appearances outside the Grateful Dead, this program captures a moment when he brought his improvisational spirit into formal performing arts venues. A unique collectible that pairs especially well with materials from the Lunt-Fontanne run later that same year.Free shipping within the United States. International shipping is available at an additional cost. If you would like more information, please email marketplace@relix.com.&nbsp;

Jerry Garcia – Wiltern Theatre Program (Performing Arts Magazine)

Own a piece of music history with this rare Grateful Dead Soldier Field Ticket &amp; Backstage Pass Set from the band’s final performances with Jerry Garcia. This EXTREMELY LIMITED 4-piece set includes one ticket and one backstage pass for each night, July 8 and 9, 1995, when the Dead took the stage at Soldier Field in Chicago for what would become Jerry Garcia's final performances and the last Grateful Dead shows.<div>Opening with The Band, these emotionally charged shows marked the end of an era. Jerry Garcia’s passing one month later, on August 9, 1995, cast these nights in a new light, transforming them from tour stops into a sacred farewell for Deadheads around the world. The Grateful Dead would not perform under that name again until the 2015 “Fare Thee Well” shows, a full 20 years later.</div><div>The set is preserved in mint condition, with all four items housed in archival-grade sleeves for long-term protection. The unused backstage passes feature vibrant graphics from the era, and the unused tickets remain as issued, never torn, never scanned.</div><div>This set offers an unparalleled opportunity to own a tangible memory from the Dead’s storied journey. A must-have for fans, archivists, and music historians alike.</div>

Final Show Ticket & Backstage Pass Set (Soldier Field, Chicago, IL – July 8–9, 1995)

From The Vault: Grateful Dead Posters & More

Grateful Dead "Bertha" Poster Set by Chuck Sperry.&nbsp;<div>Main edition of 365. Rainbow, Sparkle, and Lava Foil editions of 150. Each print measures 19" x 35". Signed and numbered by artist Chuck Sperry.</div><div>The 1st print (March 20, 1970 - Early Show) in an archival collection of 18 posters commemorating the 18 remarkable performances by the Grateful Dead at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, New York in the early 1970s.</div>

Grateful Dead “Bertha” Poster Set by Chuck Sperry – The Capitol Theatre SeriesCreated in 2023 as part of an 18-poster archival series honoring the Grateful Dead’s legendary early-1970s run at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, NY, Chuck Sperry’s Bertha design commemorates the March 20, 1970 (Early Show) performance. Like its predecessor, the Grateful Mahalo series, these posters sold out instantly and were among the most sought-after prints of the year.This complete set includes four variants: Main Edition of 365, plus Rainbow Foil, Sparkle Foil, and Lava Foil editions of 65 each.• Each print measures 19" x 35" • All prints are hand-signed and numbered by Chuck Sperry • The first release in an 18-part Grateful Dead at The Capitol Theatre collection

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