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One sheet previously mounted official poster for the 1936 Summer Olympic Games held in Berlin, Germany. The poster was designed by the German artist Franz Würbel (also cited as Werner Würbel).
Poster Details
Design Elements: The poster features a heroic, wreathed athlete in gold, symbolizing the Olympic ideal, set against the backdrop of the Quadriga sculpture atop the Brandenburg Gate, a famous Berlin landmark. The five Olympic rings are visible at the top.
Historical Context: The 1936 Games were the first to be televised and introduced the Olympic torch relay tradition. However, the Nazi regime used the event extensively for propaganda purposes, presenting a facade of warm hospitality while promoting "Aryan" racial ideals.
Publication: The poster was published by the German Railways Head Office for Tourist Traffic and the Propaganda Committee for the Olympic Games. Over 240,000 copies were printed in 19 different languages and distributed worldwide |
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