{"product_id":"jan-lenica-otello-1968-original-first-printing-polish-poster","title":"Jan Lenica – OTELLO (1968) – Original First Printing Polish Poster","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJan Lenica – OTELLO (1968)\u003cbr\u003eOriginal First Printing Polish Poster\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn exceptionally preserved original 1968 first printing of \u003cem\u003eOtello\u003c\/em\u003e, designed by Jan Lenica for the Grand Theatre (Teatr Wielki) in Warsaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCreated during the peak of the legendary Polish Poster School, this iconic poster is one of Lenica's most celebrated opera designs and a superb example of his surreal and highly expressive visual language.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike later reprints and posthumous editions frequently encountered on the market, this example retains the original production markings from the 1968 printing and represents a genuine period-issued poster.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePoster Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jan Lenica (1928–2001)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Otello\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1968\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommissioned by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Teatr Wielki (Grand Theatre), Warsaw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warszawskie Zakłady Graficzne (WZ Graf.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offset lithography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 96 × 67 cm \/ 38 × 26.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original first printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinter's markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e WZ Graf., Zam. 3125, U-65\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed in plate \"Lenica 68\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Poland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMuseum-quality \/ MINT condition. The poster has never been linen-backed and remains in its original state. No tears, no losses, no restoration, no tape marks, no paper repairs and no visible discoloration. Strong original colours, clean paper surface and full margins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis poster bears original period production markings, including the WZ Graf. printer's credit, print order number (Zam. 3125), and state approval code (U-65), confirming its production as an original Polish printing from 1968 and distinguishing it from later reprints and posthumous editions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJan Lenica is internationally recognized as one of the defining figures of the Polish Poster School and among the most influential graphic artists of the twentieth century. His works are held in major museum collections worldwide and have become increasingly sought after by collectors of graphic design, modern art and vintage posters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal 1968 printings of \u003cem\u003eOtello\u003c\/em\u003e in genuine MINT condition are seldom encountered on the international market. This example represents an outstanding opportunity to acquire a museum-quality work by one of the most important masters of Polish graphic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease refer to photographs for a detailed assessment of condition. Additional images available upon request.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jan Lenica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53625224135003,"sku":null,"price":8000.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/4251\/2475\/files\/Zrzutekranu2026-07-20154546.png?v=1784557168","url":"https:\/\/keepsake.pl\/products\/jan-lenica-otello-1968-original-first-printing-polish-poster","provider":"keepsake.pl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}