Artwork, Posters and Set Pieces from FRIENDS
Want to skip the entire episode of FRIENDS breakdown and jump straight to the art from each set??? Well, this page is for you. Below are the direct links to the different artworks, posters, and set items from each location. Enjoy!!!
Art and Set Pieces from Central Perk FRIENDS
"Big Hitter" shirt Ross wore in Central Perk FRIENDS
The shirt that started it all. The BIG HITTER shirt worn by Ross in Episode 3 “The One with the Thumb” was designed by up and coming artist Burton Morris. Ross noticed a camera man wearing the shirt and asked if he could wear it in the upcoming scene. That shirt started a Pop Art revolution. Over 50 pieces of his Pop Art are displayed in Central Perk coffee shop for all 10 seasons.
"Orange Julep" from Central Perk FRIENDS
Behind Chandler is an ANTIQUE ORANGE JULEP SYRUP DISPENSER. We have always wanted one of these to display but have not been able to find one for sale locally. They are VERY EXPENSIVE AND HEAVY. Click Here to view the current eBay auctions.
"Salada Coffee" sign from Central Perk FRIENDS
SALADA COFFEE advertisement in the background. It is a 12″ by 13″ porcelain die-cut sign from the 1940’s that weighs around 40lbs. I haven’t ever seen a reproduction of this sign. Originals are listed on eBay all of the time and sell for $1,000-2,000. Click Here to view the current eBay auctions.
"Blue Ribbon Coffee" sign from Central Perk FRIENDS
Behind Monica you can see a vintage 1940’s Blue Ribbon Coffee advertisement. The original measures overall 19” x27-1/4″ and I have only seen one original for sale. HOWEVER there are 12″x8″ reproductions on eBay for sale. Click here to view the current eBay auctions.
Art and Posters from Monica and Rachel's Apartment FRIENDS
"Aux Buttes Chaumont" poster above the TV from Monica and Rachel's apartment
“Aux Buttes Chaumont” Originally an 1896 Parisian advertisement for a department store selling children’s toys and clothes, this poster was prominently featured hanging above the tv in Monica’s apartment. This is the most well known poster of the show and is impossible to see it and not think of Monica’s apartment. A must have for any fan.
"Maina La Voyante" poster from Monica and Rachel's apartment
Another interesting vintage poster is “Maina La Voyante”(translation Maina the Seer) which is a french magic show advertisement from 1930 by artist Louis Galice (1864-1935). Located next to Monica’s infamous purple front door.
Yellow picture frame from Monica and Rachel's apartment
The Yellow Picture Frame that can be seen surrounding the peephole throughout the series was a mirror that one of the crew broke and set designer Greg Grande thought it would look great on the door. It is seen in almost every episode. Click here to read the story from set designer Greg Grande.
"Homemade 1 cent Pickles" jar from Monica's kitchen
One of our favorite set pieces can be seen in Monica’s apartment throughout the entire series. The “Homemade 1c Pickles” crockery jar was made by Corona Stoneware. Vintage original jars can be found on eBay. CLICK HERE to view the auctions.
There are also amazing quality handmade reproductions on Amazon.
"A Perfect Pair" wood carving of a woman and a dog from Monica and Rachel's apartment
The picture next to the kitchen is a carving by Gil Elvgren titled “A Perfect Pair”. Gil Elvgren (1914-1980) was one of americas most famous Pin-Up artist. While the carving itself is not up for sale, there are prints of this iconic work available online.
"Cookie Time Clock" cookie jar from Monica's kitchen
One of our other favorite set pieces can be seen in Monica’s apartment throughout the entire series. The “Cookie Time” clock located next to Monica’s classic Westinghouse refrigerator. This is a lesser known item and a must have for any die hard fan.
"Excelsior Sewing" poster from Monica and Rachel's apartment
The Excelsior sewing poster from Rachel’s room. Originally a 1920’s French poster designed by Jean d’Ylen (1886-1938). This poster is seen in the background throughout the entire FRIENDS series.
"Excelsior Sewing" metal tin from Monica and Rachel's apartment
The Excelsior sewing picture from Rachel’s room. Originally a 1920’s French poster designed by Jean d’Ylen (1886-1938). This poster is seen in the background throughout the entire FRIENDS series.
Art and Posters from Chandler and Joey's Apartment FRIENDS
"Leave them Laughing" poster from Chandler and Joey's apartment
This monochrome Laurel and Hardy poster depicts the dynamic duo in “Leave Them Laughing”— a slapstick duo not unlike the fan favorites, Chandler and Joey! Seen above the television this is another poster that is synonymous with the show.
"Grand Jury Secrets" poster form Chandler and Joey's apartment
This is one of Christopher’s favorite posters in Chandler and Joey’s apartment. “Grand Jury Secrets” a film from 1939 starring John Howard (1913-1995). There is just something very cool about the vintage movie posters from early cinema.
Matthew Perry's Book "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing"
While its not a piece of artwork or a set piece, I could not have a list of items from Chandler’s apartment without including a link to his newly published book “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing”, A must read for all fans.
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Art and Posters from Ross' Apartment FRIENDS
"The Speed Racer Show" poster from Ross first apartment
There really are not many pieces of artwork from Ross’ first apartment in the series. But no list is complete without an awesome vintage “The Speed Racer show” poster. A must have for any fan that watched the show as a kid.