Three exhibition posters featuring artwork by Picasso and Miro. The first shows a sketch and reads “Picasso Peintures 1955–1956” for Galerie Louise Leiris. The others feature abstract shapes and the names “Maeght” and “Miro”.

Gorgeous rare posters by the likes of Picasso, Míro and Le Corbusier

Words: Emily Gosling
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Date: 5 May 2015; Work
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It’s always great to see another side of the biggest names in art, and in this selection of posters from artists including Picasso, Henri Matisse, Yves Klein and Le Corbusier, our curiosity is amply satisfied. These masters’ works have been drawn together for a London exhibition showcasing lithographic posters from the archive of Galerie Mourlot, which originated in Paris but now calls New York its home. Each of the posters is lithograph printed, and all are fascinating; many showing a looser style to the ones we’re so familiar with from these big names.

The posters are on show at London’s King & McGaw Pop-up Gallery from 14 – 26 May.

A painting of a nude person reclining on a pink ornate chair. They wear a decorative headpiece and jewellery, with blue star-shaped markings on their forehead and chest. — Above
Matisse: Poster

A painting of a river scene with lush green trees and a pale sky. A line of dark figures on horseback travels along a narrow path beside the water. — Above
Brasilier: Poster

An abstract print featuring a vibrant pink, textured rectangular block on a cream background. Black scribbled lines and organic shapes dance across the centre, creating a sense of chaotic movement. — Above
Masson: Poster

An illustration of a still life featuring a vase of flowers and a stringed instrument. Bold black outlines define the shapes against a background of red, yellow, and green colour blocks. — Above
Leger: Poster

An abstract collage featuring organic shapes in red, blue, yellow and green. Hand-drawn text reads “Galerie Maeght”, “Miro” and “Sculptures Graphiques”. — Above
Míro: Poster

An abstract print featuring a central cluster of colourful splatters and a large black ink blot. The composition is enclosed within a rough, textured oval border on a cream background. — Above
Míro: Poster

A line drawing of a domestic scene featuring a reclining figure and a dog. A table holds a bottle and glasses, accented by bold blocks of red, yellow and blue. — Above
Le Corbusier: Poster

An exhibition poster featuring a sketch by Picasso in blue, yellow and black ink. The drawing shows stylised figures in a loose, energetic style. Below the image, bold hand-drawn text reads “Picasso Peintures 1955–1956 Galerie Louise Leiris 47 Rue de Monceau – Paris-VIII Mars–Avril 1957”. — Above
Picasso: Poster

An illustration for a gallery exhibition featuring a brown owl, a blue vase with a flower and a green glass. Text at the top reads “GALERIE 65 CANNES”, while the bottom reads “Picasso” and “14 AOÛT – 30 Septembre 1956”. — Above
Picasso: Poster

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Emily Gosling

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Emily joined It’s Nice That as Online Editor in the summer of 2014 after four years at Design Week. She is particularly interested in graphic design, branding and music. After working It's Nice That as both Online Editor and Deputy Editor, Emily left the company in 2016.

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