Lot 183: Huey Newton Black Panther Party for Self Defense Civil Rights Era Poster
Huey Newton Black Panther Party for Self Defense Civil Rights Era Poster
Rare lithographed poster depicting Huey P. Newton seated in a wicker chair holding a rifle and spear, flanked by African artifacts and a zebra hide rug. Featuring a quotation by Newton and the Black Panther Party logo.
Published by the Black Panther Party for Self Defense, Emeryville, California, circa 1968.
35″ x 23″
“‘The racist dog policemen must withdraw immediately from our communities, cease their wanton murder and brutality and torture of black people, or face the wrath of the armed people.’ / Huey P. Newton, Minister of Defence.”
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Estimate: $300- $500
Auction Date: July 16, 2026
