Tom Wesselmann’Munich Olympics’ Original Silkscreen Serigraph. Original 1st Limited Edition of 4000. This is not the unlimited poster edition but the original serigraph/silkscreen fully authorized by Tom Wesselmann; not a later reprint! Includes Certificate of Authenticity. Printed by Kroll, Munich, Germany. This is not the cheaper unlimited Kennedy Graphics Edition. Notice the Kroll Munich Germany logo bottom left. Art work is unframed and was never displayed before. In excellent condition for its age. Medium: Large Original Silkscreen Serigraph, Color. Signature: Signed in the Screen. Medium: Heavy Wood-Free Paper. Size: 25″ x 40″ (63.5cm x 101.6cm). Authenticity is guaranteed; a COA is included. I have kept it in a climate controlled storage for the last +25 years. In overall good to very good condition. Colors very vibrant and not faded. Paper has not yellowed for it was never exposed to sunlight before. This is the original silkscreen serigraph from 1970. Not the unlimited poster edition! Tom Wesselmann made two versions. One is the original silkscreen edition in a limited edition run of 4000 pieces. The other one is the unlimited offset poster. Signed in the screen Tom Wesselmann 70. Please note some sellers/buyers do not know the difference between the original and the later regular poster edition and that they sell the regular poster edition as the rare silkscreen edition. Let it be known: this is the original limited original silkscreen. Some rubbing/marks along edges and smudges on the surface as pictured. Please note that this is a super fragile poster. The serigraphic ink smudges easily which is typical for silkscreens. This is common when comparing lithographs vs serigraphs. This silkscreen should be handled with gloves and utmost care. I suggest not to open it upon arrival but to to take directly to your frame store. Tell them the surface is ultra fragile for it is a silkscreen; not a lithograph, not a poster. Tell them to wear gloves and treat it as an art curator in a museum would. Make sure to have them open it in your presence so you can both agree on the condition when you left it so there are no disputes. Have it framed with acid-free matting and a plexiglass frame (not glass). These are just my suggestions. Again, the surface of this Tom Wesselmann print is super fragile. Thank you for taking care of this valuable print. This iconic vintage silkscreen featuring Wesselmann’s signature pop art style is a remarkable piece of art and sports history. It is a fine reminder of Wesselmann’s importance as a key practitioner of modern art and pop design. In anticipating of hosting the 1972 summer Olympics, Germany sought to create a positive image for itself. As Arnold Schwarzenegger described in his memoir “Holding the Olympic Games in Munich was meant to symbolize West Germany’s transformation and reemergence in to the community of nations as a modern democratic power”. The Olympic committee commissioned several international artists, including David Hockney, Pierre Soulages, and Max Bill amongst others, to design promotional posters to position the event as “The Happy Games”. Artists were free to chose their themes, but also encouraged to incorporate Olympics ideals into their works. This began a long and continuing tradition of commissioning beautiful art works to celebrate the Olympic games. Today, Josef Albers’ Olympic poster is one of the most famous and sought-after examples from this series that combines art, sport and the international community. Please note that due to the value of this item, we will require a valid adult signature upon arrival, the person who signs for the package will need to match the person who buys it. Condition is as described and as pictured. We will be happy to answer questions and send you additional pictures if needed so please feel free to ask. Thank you and have a beautiful day.