COLLECTOR’S POSTERS
TYTUS, ROMEK and A’TOMEK
Get to know the characters from the iconic comic that has captured the hearts of entire generations. Discover posters featuring original illustrations by Papcio Chmiel, bringing back the best childhood memories. Younger readers of this remarkable series can be inspired to explore the adventures of these legendary Polish comic book characters.
Uncover a world of exciting adventures and emotions!
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ARTIST INFORMATION
HENRYK JERZY CHMIELEWSKI aka Papcio Chmiel (1923–2021)
Henryk Jerzy Chmielewski, known as Papcio Chmiel, is a figure who has left a lasting mark on the history of Polish comics. His work set the standard for storytelling and made him one of the most important creators in Poland’s popular culture. His name became as recognizable as the characters from his works, and Papcio Chmiel himself earned the status of a cult artist whose creations have deeply penetrated the public consciousness.
Papcio Chmiel was honored with Poland’s highest decoration, the Order of the White Eagle, affirming his immense contribution to Polish culture and art. His exceptional influence on younger generations was further recognized by the Order of the Smile. As a visionary and creator, he masterfully combined elements of humor, adventure, and education in his works, giving them a unique character that captivated a wide audience.
It’s also worth noting that Papcio Chmiel was a Warsaw Uprising fighter and a scout, which adds a profound historical context to his artistry. His original illustrations command record prices at auctions and are highly sought after by collectors and comic book fans. Thanks to works like the “Tytus, Romek, and A’Tomek” series, which sold in millions of copies, Papcio Chmiel became an undeniable pop culture phenomenon in Poland.
Over the decades, his work has inspired and continues to inspire generations of creators, and his characters, full of humor and wisdom, remain alive in the hearts of readers. Henryk Jerzy Chmielewski, as Papcio Chmiel, will forever be an icon of Polish comic art.
Original illustrations in a large-scale enlargement
From comic panel to poster
When creating the posters, we based them on the original illustrations by Papcio Chmiel, featured in the Tytus, Romek, and A’Tomek comic series from 1957 to 2015. Out of thousands of brilliant frames, we carefully selected a few to prepare large-format posters.
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Papcio Chmiel’s drawings have been digitized and transferred to a large format with the utmost attention to detail.
Why You’ll Love Them
Timeless and Iconic Illustrations
For the poster project, we used original frames from the first 25 volumes of Papcio Chmiel’s comic series. The artist, known for his witty dialogues, was also a master of a unique drawing style, which is evident in both his illustrations and typography.
Limited, Numbered Series
Each design is limited to just 250 copies. This is a collector’s edition, and every poster features a special hologram with a unique serial number in the series.
Official Edition
The poster from the Tytus, Romek, and A’Tomek series is an original, licensed product. It was created in collaboration with the Prószyński i S-ka publishing house, for which the author, Henryk J. Chmielewski, worked.
Uncompromising pigment print quality
We print our posters on high-quality paper using certified pigments. This ensures they are more resistant to fading and feature a broader color gamut with significantly deeper intensity compared to other printing methods.
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