Cyrk Woltyzerka (Original circus poster), by M. Urbaniec, 1962
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The original 1962 circus poster “Cyrk woltyżerka” by M. Urbaniec is a vivid example of the Polish Poster School, created during a period of artistic transformation in the 1960s. The composition is anchored in expressive, warm tones of red and orange, enhanced by subtle accents of ochre, beige, and deep black. The central figure is a stylized horse with a geometric blue-and-white saddle, accompanied by a simplified circus performer rendered in magenta and white. The handwritten 'CYRK' at the top underscores the spontaneous nature of the design, while the background is built from dynamic, matte brushstrokes that give the surface a velvety, painterly quality. The entire piece is printed on matte-finished paper, featuring an asymmetrical composition: the horizontal silhouette of the horse set against the vertical counterpoint of the performer. The poster shows no signs of damage, discoloration, or restoration and remains in excellent, authentic condition, affirming its collectible status.This work conveys the energy and creative freedom of the 1960s—a time when Polish graphic design sought its own bold, witty, and imaginative language. The colors pulse like the arena’s spotlights, and the simplified forms of the animal and performer evoke a childlike fascination with the circus. Each brushstroke carries the lightness and subtle irony characteristic of Urbaniec’s style, as if the poster whispers of dreams that transcend everyday life—moments when the world of the circus merges with modern abstraction and experimentation.This poster serves as a striking visual accent in living spaces,
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Height67.5 cm
Length47.5 cm
Dimension details
Length47.5 cm
Height67.5 cm
Weight0.1 kg
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