Movie poster Bulwar zachodzącego słońca 84.5x57.5 cm by W. Świerzy, Polish Poster School

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The 'Bulwar zachodzącego słońca' (Sunset Boulevard) film poster is a limited re-edition of Waldemar Świerzy’s iconic work, published in the original 84.5 × 57.5 cm format and printed using premium offset techniques on high-grade paper. The background is a saturated coral red that sets a vibrant stage for the central, stylized female figure. Her face and neck are rendered in light beige with sharp contrasts of black and cool blue, evoking a mask-like, theatrical effect. Expressive, swirling black hair adorned with irregular fuchsia spots breaks up the symmetry—a hallmark of the Polish Poster School of the 1950s. Hand-drawn typography in shades of cream, white, and black completes the composition. The print has a smooth, matte surface and preserves the expressive, original character of Świerzy’s design. Świerzy’s artistic language relies on the juxtaposition of raw gesture and theatrical allusion—the oversized head, mask-like features, and abstract hair create a visual tension and sense of modern drama. The poster does not narrate the story directly, but rather invites personal interpretation, employing a vocabulary of expression and striking color contrasts. The pulsing energy of the coral red and the freehand lettering leave a distinct trace of avant-garde styling, reminding us that functional art can also serve as an emblem of its era. This edition works well as a focal point in a living room, personal gallery or creative workspace, particularly against a pale backdrop that amplifies the intensity of the coral red. It can be paired with minimalist furniture in white, black