1972
One of the first Black artists to receive national acclaim in the United States, Jacob Armstead Lawrence (1917–2000) was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey, before moving to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and then to Harlem, New York, in 1930. While enrolled in a community after-school arts program, Lawrence developed his talents as a painter, drawing praise and encouragement from artist Charles Alston, who ran the program at the time. Despite his family’s financial struggles during the Great Depression, Lawrence continued his pursuit of the arts, developing a series of multipanel realist paintings dedicated to iconic Black historical figures, including Toussaint L’Ouverture, Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman. In 1938, he had his first solo exhibition at the Harlem YMCA and had begun to work for the Works Progress Administration (WPA).
In 1940, Lawrence received a grant from a philanthropic organization called the Rosenwald Fund, which allowed him to begin what would become his most famous work: The Migration Series, a narrative piece comprised of casein tempera paint on 60 18-by-12-inch hardboard panels featuring captions he’d written before he began to paint. (Fellow artist and future wife Gwendolyn Knight helped with the text.) Lawrence’s series focuses on the Great Migration of Black Americans from the agricultural South to the industrial North between 1910 and 1940.
By the end of the 1940s, Lawrence had earned widespread recognition for his important work and was the most celebrated Black artist in the United States. He continued covering Black historical figures throughout his career, though he also painted social commentaries on contemporary issues, like World War II and civil rights. He taught at the Art Students League in New York and at Black Mountain College in North Carolina (upon invitation from artist Josef Albers), among other institutions.
Lawrence’s works can be found in the collections of many major museums, including the Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York and elsewhere. His painting The Builders hangs in the White House today, as it was acquired by the White House Historical Association in 2007.
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1972 Munich Olympics original poster by Jacob Lawrence
By Jacob Lawrence
Located in PARIS, FR
Created for the 1972 Munich Olympics, this powerful original poster by renowned American artist Jacob Lawrence stands as a compelling intersection of sport, art, and identity. Part o...
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Pierre Soulages' 1972 Munich Olympics games original poster
By Pierre Soulages
Located in PARIS, FR
Pierre Soulages' 1972 Munich Olympics poster is a visual masterpiece that offers a unique and monochromatic perspective on the spirit of sporting ...
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Hans Hartung's 1972 Munich Olympics games original poster
By Hans Hartung
Located in PARIS, FR
Hans Hartung's 1972 Munich Olympics poster is a visual masterpiece that encapsulates the spirit of sporting excellence. This iconic poster serves ...
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1984 original poster by Warhol for the Winter Olympics in Sarajevo, Yugoslavia
By Andy Warhol
Located in PARIS, FR
The 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo, Yugoslavia, marked a momentous occasion in Olympic history, and one of the most iconic pieces of memorabilia from this event is Andy Warhol’s striking official poster. Known for his revolutionary pop art style, Warhol was among several renowned artists commissioned to create promotional artwork for the XIV Olympic Winter Games. Warhol’s silkscreen-inspired poster captures the intensity and movement of a speed skater in full stride. Using bold neon outlines, a vibrant red body suit, and dynamic geometric background elements, the composition conveys a sense of urgency and athleticism. The contrasting colors—deep black, electric green, yellow, and blue—amplify the subject’s momentum, making the skater appear almost weightless against the abstract backdrop. While Warhol is best known for his depictions of celebrities and consumer goods, this Olympic commission demonstrated his versatility as an artist. His ability to distill movement and expression into a minimalist yet powerful composition makes this piece stand out among other Olympic posters. This official 1984 Sarajevo Winter Olympics poster is highly sought after by collectors and Olympic memorabilia enthusiasts alike. As one of Warhol’s few sports-related works, it embodies both his unmistakable artistic style and the spirit of global athletic competition. Warhol’s Sarajevo Olympics...
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1972 original poster for the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montréal, Canada
Located in PARIS, FR
This bold and dynamic 1972 original poster by Yvon Laroche was created as part of the official design campaign for the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montréal, Canada. With its striking red...
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1992 original poster for the 1992 Winter Olympics in French region of Savoie
Located in PARIS, FR
This 1992 original poster was produced for the 1992 Winter Olympics, which took place from 8 to 23 February 1992 in the French region of Savoie. The Games were centered in the town o...
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Original Vintage Sport Poster Munich Olympics 1972 Allan D'Arcangelo Abstract
By Allan D'Arcangelo 1
Located in London, GB
Original vintage sports poster advertising the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich - Olympische Spiele Munchen - featuring a design by the American artist and printmaker Allan D'Arcangelo...
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Original Vintage Sport Poster Munich Olympics 1972 Colourful Lines Piero Dorazio
By Piero Dorazio 1
Located in London, GB
Original vintage sport poster for the 1972 Summer Olympic Games held from 26 August to 11 September 1972 in Munich Germany featuring an abstract design by the Italian artist Piero Do...
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Original Vintage Sport Poster Munich Olympics 1972 Max Bill Shapes Design
By Max Bill
Located in London, GB
Original vintage sports poster promoting the 1972 Summer Olympic Games in Munich Germany featuring a great minimalist design by the Swiss architect, artist, painter and graphic desig...
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Original Vintage Sport Poster Munich Olympics 1972 Fritz Winter Abstract Design
Located in London, GB
Original vintage sport poster for the 1972 Summer Olympic Games held from 26 August to 11 September 1972 in Munich Germany featuring an abstract design by the German artist Fritz Win...
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Original Vintage Sport Poster Munich Olympics 1972 Horst Antes 123 Podium Design
By Horst Antes
Located in London, GB
Original vintage sports poster for the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich - Olympische Spiele Munchen - designed by the German artist and sculptor Horst Antes (b. 1936) depicting an abst...
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1972 Munich Olympic Games Stadium - Otl Aicher Original Vintage Poster
By Otl Aicher
Located in Winchester, GB
German graphic designer Otl Aicher lead the design team of the 1972 Munich Olympic Games, including designing this gorgeous poster featuring the O...
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