This original Agfacolor advertisement from 1970s Germany exemplifies the era’s approach to wall décor: a vivid yet understated photographic print, precisely mounted on a 59 × 49 cm hardboard panel. The image features two women in relaxed, era-appropriate outfits—one in a warm beige sweater and dark trousers with black leather boots, the other in a deep red textured sweater and brown shoes—gently holding a black cat between them, creating an intimate tableau. The minimalist white background emphasizes the figures and imparts a modern, graphic character typical of 1970s commercial photography. The print has a matte finish, with a smooth surface and carefully finished edges, while the Agfacolor logo in the lower right corner confirms its authenticity. The piece is in good condition, showing only minor traces of age consistent with its vintage origin. This advertisement speaks in the quiet tone of an era when commercial photography began to embrace everyday intimacy and authenticity. The gentle gesture, the presence of the cat, and the tactile textures of knitwear evoke a late-analog sensibility—where light softly reveals detail and the background leaves room for imagination. It is a scene from the 1970s, when even advertising sought to tell relatable stories, and color—while saturated—remained close to the natural palette of daily life. Such a decorative piece could be hung in a photography studio or a vintage-inspired interior. It would work well as a focal point against a raw wall—concrete or white—where its minimalist design and balanced color scheme can be fully appreciated. Pairing it with metal shelving or simple 1970s-style furniture, as well as with black-and-white photographs or classic analog cameras, would enhance its context. In a collector’s living room, it could be combined with other graphic elements to create a coherent narrative about the history of photography and design.
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Height59 cm
Width49 cm
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Width49 cm
Height59 cm
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