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// Olympia München by Max Bill is a 1970 limited edition silkscreen print celebrating the Olympic Games with a bold, geometric design. The artwork features five vertical panels, each representing one of the Olympic colors: blue, yellow, black, green, and red. Each panel contains a circular cut-out that links with adjacent circles, symbolizing unity and connection, echoing the iconic Olympic rings. Bill’s minimalist approach and use of primary colors create a visually striking piece that encapsulates the spirit of the Olympics—diversity, unity, and international harmony. The crisp lines and vibrant colors showcase Bill’s mastery in merging art with graphic design.

Max Bill (Switzerland, 1908–1994) was a multidisciplinary artist, architect, and designer associated with the Bauhaus and concrete art movements. Renowned for his geometric sculptures, paintings, and typography, he pioneered functional design aesthetics. His works often blur the line between art and utility, emphasizing clarity and precision.

Max Bill

Olympia München, 1970

Name: Olympia München, 1970
SKU: 4240

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Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

Medium

Silkscreen

Silkscreen Silkscreen is a printmaking method that uses a screen made of silk or other mesh fabric. The screen is treated with a substance that blocks ink in certain areas, allowing ink to pass through only in the desired sections. Each color in the print requires a separate screen.

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Edition of 200

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Fine art is in the last consequence, philosophy expressed visually.
- Max Bill

Max Bill (b. 1908 Switzerland, d. 1994 Germany) was a Swiss artist, architect, and designer, known for his contributions to the Concrete Art movement. Bill's work was characterized by its emphasis on clarity, mathematical precision, and a commitment to geometric abstraction. He was heavily influenced by the Bauhaus philosophy, where he studied under masters like Wassily Kandinsky and Paul Klee. Throughout his career, Bill explored various mediums, including sculpture, painting, and industrial design, always maintaining a focus on the principles of functionality and simplicity. His notable works include his public sculptures and his designs for everyday objects, which reflect his belief in art’s ability to improve daily life. As a key figure in 20th-century design and art, Max Bill's legacy continues to shape contemporary practices in both fields. (Artist website)

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Geometric abstraction is a form of abstract art that uses geometric shapes arranged in a non-illusionistic space (though not always) and combined into non-representational (non-objective) compositions. Based on years of artistic research, some artists have proposed that geometric abstraction offers a solution to modern challenges by rejecting traditional illusionistic practices in favor of clarity and simplicity.

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Max Bill

Olympia München, 1970

80 x 58 cm

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