München 1972 Victor Vasarely

Vasarely, a Hungarian-French artist known as the father of Op Art, was one of 28 internationally acclaimed artists invited by the Olympic Committee to contribute artwork for the event. The series, known for its vivid serigraphs and lithographs, celebrated the universal language of sport through modern visual expression.

The poster features a bold and symmetrical geometric composition in Vasarely’s signature Op Art style. Against a striking black and electric blue background, interlocking cubes and diamond shapes in vivid red, blue, green, purple, and orange create a mesmerizing illusion of movement and dimensionality. The text "Olympische Spiele München 1972" appears at the bottom along with the Olympic rings and the Munich Games logo. Vasarely's name is signed in the lower right corner.

Victor Vasarely (1906–1997) was a pioneering figure in 20th-century art, whose work explored perception, illusion, and spatial dynamics through the use of geometry and vibrant color. His influence extended beyond fine art into architecture, design, and popular culture.

This particular print shows light signs of age, including pinholes in each corner, tiny tears around the holes, and a rugged left margin. Despite these small imperfections, the poster remains visually powerful and is a prized piece of Olympic and modern art history.