Aladdin Sane David Bowie RCA Records 1973 Promotional Poster Photography Print

Originally intended to bridge the gap between Ziggy Stardust and his next evolution, the 1973 RCA Records promotional imagery became the definitive visual language for David Bowie’s career. This print reproduces the Brian Duffy photograph where the artist appears with eyes closed, his face split by the famous red and blue lightning bolt.

About David Bowie

David Bowie (1947–2016) constantly reinvented his music and image, from Ziggy Stardust to the Thin White Duke. Bowie’s striking stage looks made him one of the most photographed musicians of all time. Glam rock of the early 1970s brought glitter, platform boots and theatrical style to music. In the 1970s, rock moved into arenas and its posters became bigger, bolder and more graphic. The original image dates from 1973.

Styling this David Bowie poster

With its blue and red palette and vibrant atmosphere, this David Bowie poster brings instant personality to a wall. Its tall format suits narrow walls, hallways and the space beside a doorway in a dorm room, with 18×24″ a versatile middle size. The blue and red palette of this David Bowie poster pairs naturally with white walls, navy or denim textiles and pale oak; finish it with a simple black or oak frame.

At a glance

• Type: David Bowie poster
• Musician: David Bowie
• Year: 1973
• Style: Glam rock, Classic rock posters
• Colours: blue and red
• Mood: vibrant
• Orientation: portrait
• Collections: David Bowie Prints, Classic Rock Posters, Fine Art Photography Prints