A 1991 Swiss-printed poster reproducing Joan Miró’s The Birth of Ubu, originally published in 1966. Fine black lines weave through splashes of yellow, red and green, revealing curious faces and imaginary creatures. Naissance d’Ubu — “The Birth of Ubu” — the frontispiece to Miró’s Ubu Roi print series.
Published by Wizard & Genius–Idealdecor, this colourful vintage reproduction brings Miró’s playful visual language to a broad landscape format.
Dimensions: 30 in x 22 in (60 cm x 80 cm)
Condition: some foxing to the paper, see photos.
Joan Miró (1893–1983) was a Catalan artist born in Barcelona and closely associated with Surrealism. He developed a distinctive language of simplified figures, birds, stars and floating shapes, often using strong colours and lively lines. His work moves between recognisable subjects and an imaginary world. The Ubu project also reflects his interest in poetry, theatre and illustrated books
What is special about exhibition and gallery posters is that they are an affordable way of getting good, unique art on the walls, as although it is not an artists original, neither is it something that has been mass reproduced.
Because of the age of these posters, there are areas of wear and tear, particularly on the edges. I have done my best to take photos where they are torn. The good news is that when framed, the tears press up well against glass, and edges can be hidden by mats. Any wear picked up from years are part of the charm.
These posters are sent as unframed. They are delivered in a cardboard tube for protection.
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