Bauhaus Posters

Bauhaus: A Design Legacy That Transcends Time

The Bauhaus movement, founded in 1919 by Walter Gropius in Germany, redefined what art, design, and architecture could be. Its philosophy rejected ornate excess in favor of clean lines, geometric forms, and functionality, a radical departure from the aesthetic traditions of its era. By uniting fine art and industrial design, Bauhaus established a visual language that was as practical as it was beautiful.

Bauhaus Poster (Recreated) ©2025 Eric Wells Hatheway

These faithfully recreated Bauhaus art show posters showcased here capture the essence of that vision. Their use of bold shapes, primary colors, and precise typography reflects the school’s emphasis on clarity and purpose. Each poster feels both historical and surprisingly modern, a testament to the timelessness of Bauhaus principles.

Bauhaus Poster (Recreated) ©2025 Eric Wells Hatheway

Today, the influence of Bauhaus ripples through countless aspects of design—graphic layouts, modern architecture, product design, and even digital interfaces. Its core idea, that form should follow function without sacrificing elegance, remains as relevant as ever. These posters are not just a nod to the past but a vibrant reminder of how Bauhaus continues to shape the visual world around us.

Experience the legacy of design that never went out of style – Bauhaus.

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Eric Hatheway is a formally trained fine artist, visual designer and photographer based in Tulsa, Oklahoma U.S.A. Eric successfully combined a marketing degree and an art degree to create a design studio that operated in Tulsa for 25 years serving clients around the world. Currently, Eric works by special arrangement and commission with an emphasis on designing brands, fine art production and photographic works.

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