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Cyrk Ringmaster Horse 1970 Polish Circus Poster, Waldemar Swierzy

$860.26
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€732.60
CA$1,174.42
A$1,306.49
CHF 684.88
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About the Item

We adore the deep, rich colours on this original Polish Circus / Cyrk poster from 1970, fantastic Horse Ringmaster design by Waldemar Swierzy. 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 first edition offset lithograph measures 26 1/8 x 38 1/4 inches and will be sent rolled (unframed).
  • Attributed to:
    Waldemar Swierzy (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.25 in (97.16 cm)Width: 26.13 in (66.38 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Near Mint/Mint Condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Bath, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2088336120982

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