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Cyrk Chimpanzee Cyclist R1980 Polish Circus Poster, Wiktor Gorka

$443.84
£325
€378.32
CA$611.47
A$666.39
CHF 352.88
MX$8,004.06
NOK 4,467.57
SEK 4,107.49
DKK 2,825.63

About the Item

Another fantastic design by one of the most celebrated Polish School of Posters artist Wiktor Gorka. We love the colours and design on this wonderful original Polish Circus poster from 1980 The ‘Cyrk” circus poster in Poland appeared for the first time in 1962 when the ZPR (Zjednoczone Przedsiębiorstwa Rozrywkowe, or United Entertainment Enterprises), the state agency that oversaw the circus, commissioned leading artists from the Polish School of Posters to develop a modern approach to the circus poster. The ZPR wanted a new look for the circus poster to complement the circus’ efforts to upgrade its image. Not intended to advertise specific performances, they, rather, celebrated the essence of the circus through rich artistic expression with designs typically featuring clever metaphors, bold colours and humour. Heavy in symbolism, provocative and highly original the designs remain contemporary to this day and continue to gain appreciation. This vintage Cyrk poster is sized 26 1/4 x 37 3/4 inches and will be sent rolled (unframed).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.75 in (95.89 cm)Width: 26.25 in (66.68 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980
  • Condition:
    Just very little handling in places. Looks fabulous.
  • Seller Location:
    Bath, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2088346965162

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