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Christo and Jeanne-Claude
The MCA "Wrapped" 1969 Christo & Jeanne-Claude Exhibition Poster Contemporary

1969

About the Item

Own a piece of history with this rare and limited edition poster from the MCA! Commemorating Christo's iconic exhibition "Wrap In Wrap Out," this poster is a true collector's item. The exhibition took place at the MCA's original location on 237 East Ontario Street and marked the first public building wrapped by Christo and his wife, Jeanne-Claude, in the United States. The MCA Wrapped 1969 poster is a stunning four-color offset print, featuring a gold foil stamp. Printed on 110 lb. Crane Lettra Cover stock, it is a high-quality piece that captures the excitement and energy of Christo's groundbreaking exhibition. With only 300 editions available, this limited edition poster is a must-have for any serious art collector or fan of Christo and Jeanne-Claude's work. Don't miss out on the chance to own a piece of art history! Christo Vladimirov Javacheff, known simply as Christo, was a Bulgarian-born artist who became known for his large-scale environmental installations, often involving the wrapping of buildings or landscapes in fabric or plastic. He worked in collaboration with his wife, Jeanne-Claude, until her death in 2009. Christo was heavily influenced by the European avant-garde movements of the 20th century, particularly Dada and Surrealism. He was also inspired by the Land Art movement, which sought to create art that was integrated into the natural landscape. Christo's own work often had political undertones, and he saw his temporary installations as a way of questioning the status quo and challenging people's perceptions of public spaces. Some of Christo's most famous works include the wrapping of the Reichstag in Berlin in 1995, the installation of giant umbrellas in Japan and California in 1991, and the wrapping of the Pont Neuf bridge in Paris in 1985. Christo's work was often controversial and provoked debate and discussion about the role of art in public spaces, as well as issues such as environmentalism and urban planning. Christo's legacy continues to inspire artists and architects around the world, and his work is recognized as an important contribution to the history of contemporary art. The limited-edition poster commemorating his exhibition at the MCA is a rare and valuable piece that captures the spirit of his groundbreaking work.
  • Creator:
    Christo and Jeanne-Claude (1935 - 2020, Bulgarian, Moroccan, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1969
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)
  • Medium:
    Gold Leaf,Lithograph
  • Movement & Style:
    Contemporary
  • Period:
    1960-1969
  • Condition:
    No apparent issues at all. Stored flat since purchase. Near Mint Condition .
  • Gallery Location:
    Draper, UT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1327213586312
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