Cyrk (Original circus poster), by A. Klimowski, 1979
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The original 'Cyrk' poster by Andrzej Klimowski, published in 1979 in Poland, is a quintessential example of the Polish School of Poster Art. The composition blends surrealism, photomontage, and subtle humor. Its central elements are two childlike clowns in pastel blue, powdery costumes adorned with yellow stars, topped with tall, white cone hats finished with green pom-poms. The clown faces, rendered in photomontage, display pale skin and expressive, slightly exaggerated features. Between the clowns stretches a thin wire, upon which a small acrobat figure balances. Dominating the center is a stylized red letter 'C' with a blue shadow, serving as both an initial and a graphic focal point. The edges are framed by black and gold ornamental corners with a green border and delicate floral motif, recalling the aesthetic of vintage theatrical posters. The poster was printed in offset technique, in B1 format (70 × 100 cm). Condition: excellent, with no visible damage or discoloration; the surface is smooth and the print retains its period authenticity.This poster tells the story of the late 1970s, when Polish graphic art, immersed in irony and poetic surrealism, commented on reality through the lens of imagination. In its dreamlike setting, the circus wire becomes a metaphor for balancing between childhood innocence and adult unease, while pastel tones and decorative borders evoke memories of theatrical performances where reality and
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Height89 cm
Length68 cm
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Length68 cm
Height89 cm
Weight0.1 kg
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