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The Piece
Designed by Otl Aicher for the cultural program of the 1972 Munich Olympics, this original vintage poster announces …
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The Piece
Designed by Otl Aicher for the cultural program of the 1972 Munich Olympics, this original vintage poster announces the International Folklore Festival. The composition features a striking silver and grey stylized mask, evocative of Alpine traditions, set against the Games' signature vibrant yellow background with horizontal bands of orange and green. Utilizing the strict grid system and Univers typeface characteristic of the 1972 visual identity, the design perfectly balances modernist clarity with traditional subject matter.
Why It Matters
- Otl Aicher's visual identity for the 1972 Munich Olympics is regarded as a pinnacle of 20th-century graphic design and systemic branding.
- The "Rainbow Games" color palette was revolutionary, intentionally avoiding red and black to project a friendly, democratic Germany.
- This piece captures the unique intersection of avant-garde Swiss Style typography and traditional Bavarian folklore.
Poster Details
Year: 1972
Country: Germany
Size: 118.9 x 84.1 cm A0
Designer: Otl Aicher
Condition
Good vintage condition. Displays genuine character and authentic patina, framing beautifully.
Please note: This piece shows minor edge wear.
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- Dimensions
- 33.07ʺW × 46.46ʺH
- Styles
- Modern
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Yellow
- Condition Notes
- Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs\. Minor edge wear less
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