Speed Skater - Vintage Poster XIV Olympic Winter Games Sarajevo - 1984

1984

An iconic poster realized after James Rosenquist for the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo, Yugoslavia, commissioned as part of the official Olympic Art Series.  Rosenquist, a centra...

Welcome. XIV Olympic Winter Games, Sarajevo is a vintage poster realized by the artist Howard Hodgkin, in occasion of the XIV Winter Olympics games in Sarajevo, in 1984. Very good ...

Welcome. XIV Olympic Winter Games, Sarajevo  is a vintage poster realized by the artist Howard Hodgkin, in occasion of the XIV Winter Olympics games in Sarajevo, in 1984.  Very good...

Offset print on paper realized after Jiri Kolar, in occasion of the XIV Olympic Winter Games in Sarajevo. Limited edition of 100. Very good condition. Designed by celebrated Czech...

The 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo, Yugoslavia, marked a momentous occasion in Olympic history, and one of the most iconic pieces of memorabilia from this event is Andy Warhol’s striking official poster. Known for his revolutionary pop art style, Warhol was among several renowned artists commissioned to create promotional artwork for the XIV Olympic Winter Games. Warhol’s silkscreen-inspired poster captures the intensity and movement of a speed skater in full stride. Using bold neon outlines, a vibrant red body suit, and dynamic geometric background elements, the composition conveys a sense of urgency and athleticism. The contrasting colors—deep black, electric green, yellow, and blue—amplify the subject’s momentum, making the skater appear almost weightless against the abstract backdrop. While Warhol is best known for his depictions of celebrities and consumer goods, this Olympic commission demonstrated his versatility as an artist. His ability to distill movement and expression into a minimalist yet powerful composition makes this piece stand out among other Olympic posters. This official 1984 Sarajevo Winter Olympics poster is highly sought after by collectors and Olympic memorabilia enthusiasts alike. As one of Warhol’s few sports-related works, it embodies both his unmistakable artistic style and the spirit of global athletic competition. Warhol’s Sarajevo Olympics...

Andy Warhol, American (1928 - 1987) - XIV Olympic Winter Games, Year: 1982, Medium: Poster, Size: 36 x 24 in. (91.44 x 60.96 cm)

Original vintage poster: Aspen Winternational 1983 and Subaru World Cup Races, printed 1982 by artist Terry Rose. The ASPEN WINTER NATIONAL skiing poster...

Vintage David Hockney poster for the XIV 1984 Olympic Games in Sarajevo published as part of the official 1984 Olympic Fine Art Posters Series. The Olympic Committee commissioned 15 ...