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One of the most defining cinematic images of the 20th century, Saul Bass' spiral poster design for this classic 1958 Alfred Hitchcock thriller Vertigo has become synonymous with the film. Bass's intention to convey the feeling of Vertigo through this design is clearly felt in his simple and stylish graphics, symbolising the downward spiral of events in the movie's timeline. The fourth and final time that James Stewart would work with Alfred Hitchcock, with both turning in career-defining performances. Vertigo consistently makes the shortlist for 'Greatest Movie of All-Time' with the influential movie magazine 'Sight & Sound' making it their Number One film of all time. Presented unrestored with the much preferred red background (there is a strong debate that two versions were issued, red and orange). But many experts now believe that the orange styles are more likely to be faded. This is a beautiful example of a sought-after piece of important movie memorabilia that has been conservation linen-backed. The bold red colour is bright with deep black lettering.

27" x 41" (69 x 104 cm)

Additional Information: NSS #58/241. Printed SAUL BASS signature to bottom right edge

Condition: Very Good

Presented conservation linen-backed and framed. Linen backing has been carried out to an extremely high standard and displays very well.

Artist: Saul Bass

£4000 - 6000

VAT Status: M