Cyrk chimpanzee (Original circus poster), by H. Hilscher, 1973
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The original circus poster 'Cyrk – szympans', designed by Hubert Hilscher in 1973, exemplifies the distinct visual language of the Polish Poster School from the 1970s. Printed in B1 format, the composition centers on a highly stylized chimpanzee set against an intense, matte orange background. The figure is rendered in simplified, exaggerated proportions: the skin in a saturated green hue with subtle shading, the face and ears accented in pink and purple, the eyes in sharp black and white. The torso and limbs are adorned with a flowing, op-art-inspired pattern in shades of red, purple, and black. A signature speech bubble containing the word 'CYRK', executed in geometric, multicolored lettering, completes the design and underscores its playful tone. The poster is offset printed on smooth, matte paper, and the colors remain vivid and saturated. It is preserved in very good condition, with no visible tears, clean edges, and minimal signs of handling.This poster speaks in the voice of the 1970s circus—a time when graphic art sought to provoke, amuse, and intrigue. Hilscher creates a world of visual wit and gentle irony: the chimpanzee's exaggerated shape, psychedelic ornament, dynamic palette, and bold contours evoke the spirit of childhood imagination, presented through a mature, self-aware lens. The vibrant orange background seems to pulse with energy, while the figure's
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Height98 cm
Length66.5 cm
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Length66.5 cm
Height98 cm
Weight0.1 kg
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