Artwork

Burpas

Burpas, by Unknown, 1980
Burpas, by Unknown, 1980

Burpas is a poster by Unknown. It dates from 1980 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Burpas is a 1980 poster advertising a gig by the band of the same name. It is characterized by a bold and eye-catching design.

Technique & Style

The poster's design features a parallelogram shape with a pixelated image and diagonal text arrangement. The background is divided into pink and blue blocks, with white dots forming a central image. The text is presented in large, uneven letters, contributing to the overall energetic feel.

Context

The poster was displayed as part of the Greenwich Mural Workshop's exhibition 'Printing is easy...?', suggesting a connection to the workshop's exploration of printing techniques and design.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Frequently asked questions

Who painted Burpas?

Burpas was painted by Unknown in 1980.

Where can I see Burpas?

Burpas is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.