Collection
50s Wall Art
Every design here can be ordered as a custom-size canvas painting (framed, or unframed and rolled), a printed photo frame, or a cork, pin or magnetic board.

Featured designs
Editor’s picks in 50s
Hunting Dogs with Dead Hare, Gustave Courbet, 1857Open in Studio ↗"Hunting Dogs with Dead Hare, Gustave Courbet, 1857" builds its 50s mood through black & white tones set against a balanced, centred composition.
British 1950's Modernist AbstractOpen in Studio ↗"British 1950's Modernist Abstract" builds its 50s mood through black & white tones set against a rhythmic repetition of shapes.
London Slums, Gustave DoreOpen in Studio ↗"London Slums, Gustave Dore" builds its 50s mood through black & white tones set against a balanced, centred composition.
Korean War, Invasion of Ichon, Sept 1950Open in Studio ↗"Korean War, Invasion of Ichon, Sept 1950" builds its 50s mood through considered, restrained tones set against a calm, open composition with generous negative space.
American Revolution, Benjamin FranklinOpen in Studio ↗"American Revolution, Benjamin Franklin" builds its 50s mood through considered, restrained tones set against a calm, open composition with generous negative space.
St. Louis, MissouriOpen in Studio ↗"St. Louis, Missouri" builds its 50s mood through considered, restrained tones set against a rhythmic repetition of shapes.
Colour story
What colours actually run through this collection
Counted from the titles and catalogue data of the designs shown here: Black tones lead.
Buying guide & encyclopedia
50s wall art: choosing and sizing
Choosing the right size for your wall
Type the exact width and height you want. A focal piece usually fills two-thirds to three-quarters of the furniture width below it.
Last updated: November 2026
Questions
50s wall art — FAQ
Can I order 50s art in a custom size?
Yes. Every 50s design is made to order in any width and height, with no minimum order for a single piece.
Which medium is best for 50s wall art?
Canvas is the most painterly; a photo-frame print gives a classic glazed look; cork, pin and magnetic boards add everyday use.
















































