Date: 1980s
Size: 24 x 36 inches
Artist: Patrick Nagel
About the Artist: Patrick Nagel (1945–1984) was an American illustrator whose work became synonymous with the visual culture of the 1980s. Working in advertising, fashion, and editorial illustration, he developed a highly distinctive style inspired by Art Deco, Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints, and minimalist graphic design.
Nagel's most iconic creation is The Nagel Woman, a concept that evolved through years of illustration, particularly for Playboy magazine. Rather than depicting individual models, he gradually reduced the female figure to its essential forms using clean lines, flat colours, and bold contrasts. The result was an idealized, timeless graphic icon that prioritized shape, composition, and elegance over realism, becoming one of the defining visual symbols of the 1980s.
This poster is in great condition, and ready to frame!
