National Park Poster Appraisal

The Portfolios of Ansel Adams Exhibition Poster

This item is a framed exhibition poster featuring the photographic work of Ansel Adams, specifically his iconic 1947 image 'Mount McKinley and Wonder Lake.' The poster is printed in high-contrast black and white, characteristic of Adams' Zone System technique, showcasing dramatic terrain with a snow-capped mountain range reflected in a calm lake. Below the image, the text 'THE PORTFOLIOS OF ANSEL ADAMS' is printed in a clean, serif typography in all capitals. The poster is housed in a modern, thin black metal frame under glass or plexiglass. Physically, the piece appears to be a medium-sized vertical format, likely measuring approximately 24 by 36 inches. The printing quality shows good tonal range, from deep blacks to bright whites, suggesting a quality lithographic process. Visible condition appears fair to good; there are noticeable reflections on the glazing which obscure some details, and slight rippling of the paper may be present under the frame. A small dark mark or debris is visible in the lower-left margin. This type of poster was commonly produced by museums or galleries, such as the Museum of Modern Art or the Ansel Adams Gallery, during late 20th-century retrospectives of his work. It serves as both a high-quality reproduction and a decorative commemoration of the artist's legacy in landscape photography.