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Tokyo 1964 Olympic Games Running Original Vintage Olympic Poster by Yusaku Kamekura – Mid-Century Modern – 104x72.5 cm
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Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 21 sales
Product description
The Piece
This original 1964 Tokyo Olympic Games poster, designed by Yusaku Kamekura, captures the dynamic energy of competitive running. Featuring photography by Osamu Hayasaki under the direction of Jo Murakoshi, the composition utilizes a powerful, high-contrast visual language. The bold typography and dramatic sense of motion exemplify mid-century Japanese graphic design.
Why It Matters
Yusaku Kamekura is a foundational figure in modern Japanese graphic design, renowned for his iconic Olympic branding.
This poster represents a milestone in sports advertising, being one of the first to successfully integrate large-scale photography with modernist typography.
A highly collectible piece of Olympic and design history.
📐 Poster Details
Year: 1964
Country: Japan
Size: 104 x 72.5 cm
Designer: Yusaku Kamekura
🔎 Condition
Very good vintage condition. Bright, clean, and beautifully preserved with only the slightest age-appropriate wear. Please note: This piece shows slight creases along the side.
Take a look at the pictures. What you see is what you get.
Shipped with care in a sturdy, heavy-duty tube.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsMulti ColorMaterialPaperNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeLargeHeight104 cmWidth73 cm
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Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 21 sales