1976 American Bi-Centennial Poster, USA Dont Tread on Me 1776, American Revolution, by Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelley, music wall art decor

This is a 1976 poster for the American Bi-Centennial from the American Revolutionary War from 1776. The central image is a coiled rattlesnake rendered in red, white, and blue, echoing the colors of the American flag. The snake is a powerful and long-standing symbol in American history. It's most famously associated with the Gadsden flag (the "Don't Tread on Me" flag) from the American Revolutionary War.
Artist: Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelley
Published by Paper Dragon and Dragon's World
Printed in England
Dimensions: 16 in x 12 in (40 cm x 30 cm)

The text across the top reads "Don't Tread on Me." This is the definitive warning phrase from the Gadsden flag, used to symbolize vigilance against tyranny, particularly during the American fight for independence. The bottom features the dates "1776 USA 1976," firmly establishing it as a commemorative piece for the 200th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence.

Stanley “Mouse” Miller and Alton Kelley, iconic figures of 1960s psychedelic art. Together, they became famous for creating vibrant, surreal concert posters and album covers for bands like the Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, and Big Brother and the Holding Company. Their work combined Art Nouveau influences with bold colors, intricate lettering, and countercultural symbolism, helping define the visual identity of San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury scene. Mouse and Kelley’s art became a hallmark of the psychedelic rock era, blending music, rebellion, and visual experimentation into a lasting cultural legacy.

Because of the age of these posters, there are areas of wear and tear, particularly on the edges. I have done my best to take photos where they are torn or stained. The good news is that when framed, the tears press up well against glass, and edges can be hidden by mats. Any wear picked up from years are part of the vintage charm.

When framed these colourful and detailed posters, with vibrant colours can become a centre piece for any room, to remind us of a simpler time.

These posters are sent as unframed. They will be delivered in a cardboard tube for protection.

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