Cyrk trapeze (Original circus poster), by H. Hilscher, 1967
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The original circus poster "Cyrk Trapez," designed in 1967 by Hubert Hilscher, is part of the iconic "CYRK" series—an emblematic achievement of the Polish School of Poster Art. The composition is built around dynamic contrast: a minimalist, elongated silhouette of a female trapeze artist, rendered in pale, almost cream-colored shapes, stands out against a deep, matte black background. Accents of fiery red hair and saturated pink costume and shoes create color tension, while the hand-drawn "CYRK" inscription in warm shades of red and orange completes the design. The poster is offset-printed on smooth, fine-textured paper in B1 format (70 x 100 cm). The construction is purely graphic, with no raised or three-dimensional elements, and the style is quintessential mid-century modern—simplified forms, bold color blocking, and a palpable sense of movement. The poster is preserved in excellent condition, with no visible signs of wear, damage, or restoration; colors remain vibrant and edges sharply defined.This poster carries the voice of the 1960s—a time when Polish poster art gained international acclaim for its creative freedom and metaphorical visual language. The trapeze artist, constructed from a few flat color fields, appears to freeze mid-motion, capturing the tension between grace and strength. The black background adds a theatrical quality, while the expressive color palette evokes emotion—not merely an advertisement, but a testament to artistic experimentation and boldness. The poster speaks of an era when everyday objects became canvases for art and a sense of modernity.This poster can serve as a striking focal point in a
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Height97 cm
Length67 cm
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Length67 cm
Height97 cm
Weight0.1 kg
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