Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by R. R. Bombe, 1972
Untitled, by R. R. Bombe, 1972

Untitled is a poster by R. R. Bombe. It dates from 1972 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This 1972 poster, created by artist R.

About this work

Overview

This 1972 poster, created by artist R. R. Bombe, advertises a concert event.

Subject & Meaning

The poster promotes a one-man show by Marlene Dietrich, featuring music by Burt Bacharach, at London's Queen's Theatre.

Technique & Style

The design combines a black-and-white drawing of a woman's face with red and black text on a beige background, showcasing a simple yet effective visual style.

History & Provenance

The poster was produced for a specific event: Marlene Dietrich's concert on May 29, 1972, at the Queen's Theatre in London.

Artist & collection

Artist

R. R. Bombe

R. R. Bombe made bold, spare graphic work in the early 1970s, largely untitled posters that crackle with high-contrast shapes and crisp lines. One untitled 1972 poster in the collection pares an image to its simplest…