Few names resonate in the world of graphic design as powerfully as Milton Glaser, and this 1982 poster is a quintessential example of his ability to merge elegance with immediacy. Created to promote the Great Illustrators of Our Time exhibition at Rizzoli Galleries, the poster is both an homage and a showcase—highlighting not just the work of Glaser himself but the broader cultural importance of illustration in 20th-century art and publishing.
The composition is unmistakably Glaser: bold yet balanced, playful but deliberate. His signature use of vibrant color palettes, whimsical linework, and symbolic imagery elevates the poster beyond mere promotion—it becomes a collectible in its own right.
At a glance, the poster celebrates visual storytelling. It encapsulates the spirit of an era when illustrators were not just supporting the text, but redefining it—shaping magazine covers, books, advertisements, and cultural identity itself. Glaser, best known for his “I ❤ NY” logo and the iconic 1967 Bob Dylan poster, understood the illustrator's power to influence perception—and this piece reminds viewers that illustration is not a peripheral art form but a central pillar of modern visual culture.
A design legend, Glaser co-founded Push Pin Studios and New York Magazine. His work spans decades of artistic evolution, yet always remains immediately recognizable for its humanistic warmth and graphic clarity.
Exhibition - United States
Rizzoli Galleries
Good condition, slight creases
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