This original 1963 motorsport poster by S. Klein, created for the Hockenheim-Ring Rennen, was produced to promote the motorcycle racing event held on July 14, 1963, at Germany’s famous Hockenheim circuit. Sponsored prominently by Martini, the poster reflects the growing relationship between motorsport, commercial branding, and modern graphic design during the early 1960s.
The composition is dominated by a dramatic depiction of a racing motorcyclist leaning sharply into a bend at high speed. Klein uses bold curves, simplified forms, and a restrained yet striking color palette to convey motion, precision, and mechanical power. The aerodynamic fairing of the motorcycle and the dynamic angle of the rider evoke both the excitement and technical sophistication of competitive racing at the time.
The clean typography and strong visual hierarchy balance the illustration with clear event information, typical of mid-century European sporting posters. The Martini branding adds a distinctive commercial touch while reinforcing the poster’s vibrant visual identity.
Today, this poster stands as a fine example of early-1960s motorsport graphic art and an evocative document of racing culture at Hockenheim. It remains highly desirable among collectors of vintage racing posters, advertising graphics, and automobilia.
Original Poster
Sport - Automobile - Motorcycle - Germany
6 Meisterschaftslaufe
Good condition, creases
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