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Plywood Cyclist Pictogram - Otl Aicher for the 1972 Munich Olympic Games - White

Plywood Cyclist Pictogram - Otl Aicher for the 1972 Munich Olympic Games - White

1970’s, sourced in the Low Countries. 
price is for one. 

Height 47 cm / 18.5” Width 69 cm / 27.1”

Pictograms of a cyclist, notably resembling the iconic designs created by Otl Aicher for the 1972 Munich Olympic Games. 
  • Otl Aicher's Legacy:
    Aicher was a German graphic designer and typographer renowned for his influential work in visual communication and the establishment of the Ulm School of Design. 
  • Universal Language:
    His pictograms for the Munich Olympics aimed to create a universal visual language, which has since become widely adopted for directing people in various public spaces like airports, subways, and hospitals. 
  • Influence and Style:
    Aicher's work is characterized by its stark, reductive, and accessible design, extending beyond the Olympics to visual identities for major brands like Lufthansa and Braun. 
  • Exhibitions and Publications:
    His work, including the designs for the town of Isny, has been featured in exhibitions and publications, highlighting his lasting impact on design. 

 

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