{"title":"The Jerzy Flisak Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eJerzy Flisak was one of the central figures of the Polish School of Posters, a movement that flourished from the 1950s through the 1980s when state-controlled cultural institutions commissioned artists to interpret films and theater productions with genuine creative freedom. Flisak's work is recognizable for its bold graphic economy and dry wit, often bending a subject toward the surreal rather than illustrating it literally. The period originals shown here come from that tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"only-when-i-larf","title":"Only When I Larf- Polish Release","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDive into a world of vintage comedy and artistic brilliance with our 1968 Polish movie poster for \"Only When I Larf.\" This poster serves as a it's a portal to the whimsical world of Len Deighton's celebrated novel and John Salmon's witty script, brought to life on the silver screen by the likes of Richard Attenborough, David Hemmings, Alexandra Stewart, and Nicholas Pennell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut what makes this poster truly exceptional is the work of the renowned Polish poster artist, Jerzy Flisak. Picture this: a man, sharp-dressed in a pinstriped suit with a cheeky grin, donning a gray hat, and clutching a briefcase. What's inside the briefcase, you ask? None other than a playful snake, adding a touch of whimsy and intrigue. Against a vibrant yellow backdrop, Flisak's design exudes a sense of fun and adventure, encapsulating the spirit of the film in a single image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a film enthusiast, a vintage art collector, or simply looking for a unique decor piece, this poster is a conversation starter and a window into the magic of vintage cinema. It's a playful blend of humor, style, and artistic genius, ready to infuse your space with a touch of classic comedic charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32.25\" x 22.25\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jerzy Flisak\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good, Age appropriate wear and toning. Original fold lines as issued. Small areas of fading and discoloration. Small pieces of tape on verso from previous hanging and minute paper loss. Light creasing near center fold. Creasing near lower left corner. Light border wear. Light footprint in lower right corner from previous storage. Please use zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40955997126771,"sku":"P2430","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/P2430-M2.jpg?v=1698352796"},{"product_id":"lot-of-7-polish-posters-p6570-17-7","title":"End of an Agent, James Bond","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHold onto your fedoras, vintage poster collectors! You won't want to miss this stunning piece of cinematic history. Straight from the heart of Czechoslovakia comes this epic poster designed for the 1968 film \"End of Agent W4C\" (aka a hilarious James Bond spoof). Directed by Vaclav Vorliczek and starring the ever-charming Jan Kacer, this spy spoof was guaranteed to leave you shaken AND stirred!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the real star of the show? None other than the illustrious Jerzy Flisak stroke of pen. Flisak's illustrations are renowned for being painted with a childlike naivety that lends them a certain power, all while his sense of humor imbues his work with a delightful diversity. With his signature thick brushstrokes and creative use of color, Flisak's works are truly a sight to behold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a headless man equipped with a coral pin-striped suit and a spy-camera for a neck, its no wonder that Flisak's satirical expertise made him the perfect match for this James Bond spoof poster!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32.75\" x 22.75\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Artist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jerzy Flisak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. General border wear. Creasing in lower right corner. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43198568333427,"sku":"P6570-17-7","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/AGENT-M.jpg?v=1769120173"},{"product_id":"eagle-in-a-cage-update","title":"Eagle in a Cage- Polish Release","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA caged bird wears the hat of Napoleon, its feathers bound by black bars and its eye ablaze with red. Jerzy Flisak’s design for the 1972 historical war drama \u003cem\u003eEagle in a Cage\u003c\/em\u003e transforms the story of exile into a bold, symbolic image. Directed by Fielder Cook, the film stars Kenneth Haigh as Napoleon Bonaparte, alongside John Gielgud, Ralph Richardson, Billie Whitelaw, and Moses Gunn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative follows Napoleon during his final years on Saint Helena, when the once-mighty conqueror was reduced to a captive of circumstance. Flisak distills this into one unforgettable metaphor: the eagle, emblem of power and empire, reduced to confinement. The purple ground intensifies the drama, while the stylized bird merges portraiture and political symbol in the unmistakable style of the Polish School of Posters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than literal illustration, Flisak’s poster interprets the film through metaphor, a hallmark of Poland’s poster tradition. It stands as both cinematic promotion and a striking piece of mid-20th-century graphic design, where history, politics, and art converge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32.5\" x 22.75\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Artist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jerzy Flisak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Original centerfold present. Light border wear. Wear in corners from previous hanging. 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