Proto Anime Cut Exhibition Poster – Spaces and visions in Japanese animation, 2011

Title: Proto Anime Cut Exhibition Poster – Spaces and Visions in Japanese Animation
Year: 2011
Dimensions: 59.4 x 84.1 cm
Condition: Mint, excellent condition

This vibrant exhibition poster from the Proto Anime Cut exhibit captures a captivating Japanese anime girl wielding a gun, set against a striking, colorful background—a piece that practically begs for a frame. The exhibition brought together visionary works by renowned artists including Hideaki Anno, Haruhiko Higami, Koji Morimoto, Hiromasa Ogura, Mamoru Oshii, and Takashi Watabe, curated by Stefan Riekeles and David d’Heilly.

The exhibit spotlighted anime’s intricate worlds and futuristic realms, emphasizing the architectural prowess and imagination embedded in Japanese animation since iconic films like Akira (1988) and Ghost in the Shell (1995). Through storyboards, background paintings, and drafts, visitors could glimpse the minds behind these dynamic visions of fiction and utopia. This rare poster is a must-have for enthusiasts, capturing a pivotal moment where anime meets fine art and pop culture on the global stage.