Description: This Original Vintage Poster created by Hans Liska in 1954 for Mercedes-Benz is a quintessential representation of post-war automotive design and advertising. The poster showcases a sleek Mercedes-Benz W196 race car in dynamic motion, set against a backdrop of bold, vibrant colors and geometric shapes that exemplify Liska’s distinctive style. The Triumph of the Silver Arrows refers to Mercedes-Benz’s dominant performance in the Formula One season, highlighted by their iconic W196 race cars. The Silver Arrows, driven by Juan Manuel Fangio and Karl Kling, achieved a series of impressive victories, including wins at the Swiss, French, and Italian Grands Prix. This remarkable success established Mercedes-Benz as a powerhouse in motorsport and solidified Fangio's reputation as one of the greatest drivers of his era. Mercedes-Benz, founded in 1926 from the merger of Benz & Cie. and Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft, had established itself as a leader in automotive innovation and luxury by the 1950s. In 1954, Mercedes-Benz was at the height of its racing success, having recently dominated the Formula One World Championship with the W196. Liska's poster captures the essence of this triumph, reflecting the advanced engineering and elegance of Mercedes-Benz while promoting the brand’s continued excellence in both engineering and motorsport. Hans Liska (1907-1983) was a distinguished German graphic designer and illustrator known for his impactful and dynamic poster designs. His work, characterized by bold colors and geometric shapes, played a significant role in mid-20th-century visual communication and advertising, particularly in promoting automotive and cultural events. Liska’s innovative approach helped shape modern graphic design and left a lasting legacy in the field. This is an original vintage poster. It is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed, and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters. This measures 8" x 11.75" (20cm x 30cm) We have been collecting original, vintage posters for 30 years, and have decided to sell some of our inventory at very attractive prices. Please look through our offerings and let us know if you have any questions. We are only offering ORIGINAL VINTAGE POSTERS -- no restrikes, reprints, or reproductions. We take pride in our high number of positive feedbacks and hope that you will become another satisfied customer.
Price: 750 USD
Location: Boca Raton, Florida
End Time: 2025-01-14T03:37:49.000Z
Shipping Cost: 35 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Return policy details:
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Artist: Hans Liska
Size: 8" x 11.75"
Custom Bundle: No
Color: Multi-Color
Certificate of Authenticity (COA): Yes
Item Length: 8 in
Framing: Unframed
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Subject: Race Car
Type: Poster
Year of Production: 1954
COA Issued By: The Ross Art Group
Item Height: 11.75 in
Style: Vintage
Original/Reproduction: Original
