Poster Olympic Games Munich, 1972. "Marathon"

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Munich 1972: For the first time after 1936 Germany hosts the Olympics. Under world-wide skepticism these games become a political statement.

Otl Aicher developed far more than just a design concept for these games, he contributed to a new perception of Germany throughout the world.

Happy games they were ought to be, and even after almost 40 years the posters recall this spirit within their viewers – despite the dark memories of the hostage drama.

The colorful posters in BSF’s office, a gift from Florian Aicher, put a smile on our faces every morning. And most of our visitors and...

For you, Florian Aicher browsed through his deceased father’s archive:

Frank Shorter, a native of Munich, won the 1972 marathon, accompanied by a pupil who ran the last steps with him – wearing a hand-painted number. He contributed to the popularity of this sport. And Otl Aicher’s marathon-man will contribute to your joy of running!

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Otl Aicher

Poster Olympic Games Munich, 1972. "Marathon"

Motive "Marathon“
Photo: Max Mühlbauer
Design: Otl Aicher, Joksch, Wirthner, Nagy
84,1 x 118,9 cm
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100,00 EUR

Poster Olympic Games Munich, 1972. "Marathon"

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