Paul Klee Locksmith 1940 Exhibition Poster, Modernism

This is a reproduction of the Locksmith exhibition poster from 1940, a key work of German modernism by Paul Klee. The abstract treatment and muted palette are characteristic of Klee's approach to form and color, and the poster carries the graphic authority of mid-century museum presentation.

Gallery walls and studies suit it best, hung alone or as part of a collection of exhibition posters and modernist prints. The restrained color palette works with gray, cream, and warm wood tones, and a simple frame keeps the focus on the poster's graphic qualities.

Collectors of modernist art, Klee enthusiasts, and anyone building a wall of museum posters will respond to it. It makes a considered present for someone drawn to early twentieth-century abstraction, or for an art history student furnishing a first apartment.

Materials & Sizes

Premium Matte Paper

• Finish: Matte, smooth, non-reflective.
• Weight: 200 gsm (80 lb), 0.26 mm thick.
• Paper: FSC-certified or equivalent.

Canvas

• Material: Cotton-polyester blend (300–350 gsm) on FSC-certified wood stretcher bars.
• Depth: Slim (2 cm) or thick (4 cm).
• Hanging kit: Included (varies by country).

Wooden Framed Poster

• Frame: Pine wood in black, white, natural or dark brown; 20–25 mm deep, 10–14 mm wide.
• Paper: 170 gsm (65 lb) semi-gloss, FSC-certified or equivalent.
• Front: Shatterproof plexiglass.
• Ready to hang: Hanging kit included.

Every format comes in 5 sizes (inches for the US and Canada, centimeters elsewhere),printed on demand with no minimum order.