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About the Artist
Ib Geertsen was a Danish painter and designer celebrated for his contributions to geometric abstraction in postwar Europe. His career bridged fine art and applied design, and he played a key role in defining the visual identity of Scandinavian modernism. Geertsen’s work is closely associated with the principles of Concrete Art, emphasizing clarity, structure, and the expressive potential of pure color and form.
For more related works, explore our abstract wall art and modern graphic classics in the Bauhaus collection.
The Artwork
Produced in 1982, this poster was created during a period when museums and galleries were commissioning striking graphic designs to represent their exhibitions. Rather than depicting a narrative or scene, the artwork serves as a visual identity for a contemporary art event, embodying the era’s embrace of minimalism and clarity. Its purpose was to attract and engage a broad audience, reflecting the cultural shift toward accessible, visually impactful communication in the art world.
This piece stands as both a historical artifact of exhibition culture and a testament to the enduring appeal of geometric abstraction in late twentieth-century design.
Style & Characteristics
The poster features a dynamic arrangement of geometric shapes—circles, rectangles, and angular forms—set against a pale background. Vivid blocks of orange, yellow, red, and blue dominate the composition, their crisp edges and flat color fields creating a sense of precision and order. The interplay of primary hues with negative space heightens the visual impact, while the overall design remains balanced and energetic.
The mood is bright and lively, with a sense of movement generated by the strategic placement and repetition of forms. The graphic quality and clean lines are characteristic of modern Scandinavian poster art.
In Interior Design
This geometric poster is ideal for contemporary spaces that favor simplicity and bold accents, such as modern living rooms, creative offices, or minimalist hallways. Its strong color blocks and structured layout pair well with light woods, neutral palettes, and streamlined furnishings, allowing the artwork to serve as a focal point without overwhelming the space.
To create a harmonious interior, consider pairing it with pieces from our orange wall art or introducing cooler elements from the blue collection. The result is a sophisticated and versatile addition to any modern art collection.