1983 Polish Theater Poster, Krol Lir (King Lear by William Shakespeare) Pagowski

Description

Date: 1983
Size: 26 x 37 inches
Artist: Andrzej Pągowski

About the Artist: Andrzej Pągowski is a Polish artist who … more Date: 1983
Size: 26 x 37 inches
Artist: Andrzej Pągowski

About the Artist: Andrzej Pągowski is a Polish artist who specializes in graphic design and poster art. Pągowski graduated from The State University of Fine Arts in Poznan in 1978 and began to design posters. He also designs theatrical settings, prints and catalogues.

In 1990, he created his own graphic studio, STUDIO P. As an artist, his individualized posters evoke a range of moods and ideas. He claims to have created a separate concept for each of his many posters, saying: “Every poster for me is an individual exercise different from the previous one.” His art can be found in many European museums as well as the MOMA in New York. He has also had one-man shows in Stockholm, Paris, London, and Warsaw.

About King Lear: According to our buddies at Wikipedia, "King Lear is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare. It is based on the mythological Leir of Britain. King Lear, in preparation for his old age, divides his power and land between two of his daughters. He becomes destitute and insane and a proscribed crux of political machinations."

The poster is in very good condition, please see photos. Ready to frame. less