Lot 286 - Cinema Poster Live Auction - Polish One Sheet, 1973 - First release in Poland | MIDNIGHT COWBOY (1969)

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Sold Stock #125246 | Sold May 1 2020

MIDNIGHT COWBOY (1969)

Cinema Poster Live Auction - Spring 2020

Lot #286 - Cinema Poster Live Auction - Polish One Sheet, 1973 - First release in Poland

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It is well-known in poster collecting circles (not just movies) that, for any given title, the most offbeat and intriguing designs will most likely hail from Poland, and this moody masterpiece for "Midnight Cowboy" is no exception. John Schlesinger's film about the unlikely friendship between a wannabe-gigolo Texas rube (John Voight) and a gritty grifter (Dustin Hoffman) was a major success, both critically and financially, and was the first X-rated film to win a Best Picture Oscar®. This striking poster, with artwork by acclaimed Polish artist Waldemar Swierzy, is actually more representative than many Polish sheets, with a strong duotone colour scheme and simple, graphic artwork. Presented with a single horizintal fold line, this unrestored example remains in excellent condition and is one of the most collectable film posters to come out of Eastern Europe.

39" x 27" (99 x 68.5 cm)

Condition: Excellent

Unrestored, flat (with single horizontal foldline). Minimal handling and age wear. Presents to excellent effect.

Artist: Waldemar Swierzy

£700 - 900

VAT Status: M