Overview
This is a framed commercial poster featuring the iconic backlit silhouette of Alex DeLarge and his 'droogs' from Stanley Kubrick's 1971 cinematic masterpiece.
Preliminary identification
A Clockwork Orange Silhouette Commercial Poster
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Story
Stanley Kubrick was so profoundly disturbed by reports of 'copycat' crimes in the United Kingdom that he personally requested the film be withdrawn from British distribution in 1973, a self-imposed ban that lasted until his death in 1999.
Maker / Origin
While the original theatrical poster was famously illustrated by Philip Castle, this silhouette version became a staple of 1990s and 2000s dorm-room culture and film buff collections.
Condition & Value
The poster appears to be in good condition within the frame, with no visible fading or water damage. The frame is a standard modern gallery frame with minor expected shelf wear. Excellent preservation of the black levels suggests it hasn't been exposed to direct sunlight for long periods.
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Market Analysis
Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Value Drivers
- ▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
- ▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
- ▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact
Concerns
- ▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
- ▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
- ▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Comparable Sales
5 compsRegional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
SOLD
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
SOLD
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
SOLD
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
SOLD
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375
SOLD