Otl Aicher Wall Decorations
German, 1922-1991
Otl Aicher was one of the most significant German designers and graphic designers of the 20th century. Together with the Swiss architect and artist Max Bill, he founded the Hochschule für Gestaltung Ulm (HfG) in 1953. For the Olympic Games in Munich in 1972, he developed a system of pictograms, which is still widely used internationally today.
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Creator: Otl Aicher
Otl Aicher Olympic Games Munich 1972, Fencing Sport, Original Poster
By Otl Aicher
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare
- marked
- original
- can be framed and glazed.
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Otl Aicher Wall Decorations
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Paper
1972 Munich Olympic Games Stadium - Otl Aicher Original Vintage Poster
By Otl Aicher
Located in Winchester, GB
German graphic designer Otl Aicher lead the design team of the 1972 Munich Olympic Games, including designing this gorgeous poster featuring the O...
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1970s German Vintage Otl Aicher Wall Decorations
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Paper
Otl Aicher Olympic Games Munich 1972, Running over Obstacles, Original Poster
By Otl Aicher
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare
- marked
- original
- can be framed and glazed.
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Otl Aicher Wall Decorations
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Paper
Otl Aicher Olympic Games Munich 1972, Sailing Yachting, Original Poster
By Otl Aicher
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare
- marked
- original
- can be framed and glazed.
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Otl Aicher Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Otl Aicher "Olympic Games Munich 1972, Archery, Original Poster
By Otl Aicher
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare
- marked
- original
- can be framed and glazed.
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Otl Aicher Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Otl Aicher Olympic Games Munich 1972, Boxing, Original Poster
By Otl Aicher
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare
- marked
- original
- can be framed and glazed.
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Otl Aicher Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Otl Aicher "Olympic Games Munich 1972, Men's Wrestling, Original Poster
By Otl Aicher
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare
- marked
- original
- can be framed and glazed.
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Otl Aicher Wall Decorations
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Paper
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Image Size: Length: 87 × 64 cm
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Signed: Jacob Lawrence 71 in pencil by Jacob Lawrence
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© Edition Olympia 1972 Gmbh 1971
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Bold colours fresh and vibrant as when originally issued
Overall condition: Very good for age
A minor tear at the top edge has been repaired and the poster has been given a conservation wash by one of UK’s leading paper conservators, in the main, to remove soluble pollutants, which if left untreated in a poster, in particular, one printed more than 50 years ago would accelerate its degradation. This first class conservational treatment will ensure that the poster would retain its present condition if professionally framed with museum-quality glass and not
exposed to direct sunlight or put into long-term storage following the specialist guidelines for the storage of posters and prints.
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Otl Aicher wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.
Otl Aicher wall decorations are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of paper and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Otl Aicher wall decorations, although green editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original wall decorations by Otl Aicher were created in the mid-century modern style in germany during the 1970s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider wall decorations by Paul Wunderlich, Dorothee Maurer-Becker, and Professor Fritz Klee. Prices for Otl Aicher wall decorations can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $478 and can go as high as $647, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $647.
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Questions About Otl Aicher Wall Decorations
- What was Otl Aicher famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025Otl Aicher was famous for his work in design. In fact, he was one of the most significant German designers of the 20th century. Together with the Swiss architect and artist Max Bill, he founded the Hochschule für Gestaltung Ulm (HfG) in 1953. For the Olympic Games in Munich in 1972, he developed a system of pictograms, which is still widely used internationally today. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Otl Aicher art.