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Richard Smith — Munich Olympics 1972
Richard Smith

Munich Olympics 1972

Richard Smith's "Munich Olympics 1972" is a lithograph with collage that captures the visual energy and commercial aesthetics of the 1972 Olympic Games through the artist's characteristic pop art sensibility. The work employs bold colors and fragmented imagery typical of Smith's approach to contemporary subjects, blending printmaking techniques with pasted elements to create a dynamic composition. This piece exemplifies Smith's interest in transforming everyday visual culture and mass media into sophisticated artistic statements during a pivotal moment in Olympic history.

Medium
Lithograph with Collage

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March Modern & Contemporary Art

March 25, 2026

Lot 67

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Richard Smith, Munich Olympics 1972

Richard Smith's "Munich Olympics 1972" is a lithograph with collage that captures the visual energy and commercial aesthetics of the 1972 Olympic Games through the artist's characteristic pop art sensibility. The work employs bold colors and fragmented imagery typical of Smith's approach to contemporary subjects, blending printmaking techniques with pasted elements to create a dynamic composition. This piece exemplifies Smith's interest in transforming everyday visual culture and mass media into sophisticated artistic statements during a pivotal moment in Olympic history.

Medium
Lithograph with Collage
Seen at
RoGallery, Long Island City, NY

Related themes

20th Century, Bold Color, Vibrant, Poster Art, Olympic Games, British Artist, Graphic Design, Screenprint, Pop Art, Sports Imagery

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