Zoologischer Garten Baboon by Garten Ellen Greup Its monochrome restraint gives the

Its monochrome restraint gives the composition an almost archaeological quality

The flat colour planes and decorative composition balance nostalgia and wit in equal measure

This iteration holds a particular stillness

Hu's surreal

Zoologischer Garten Baboon by Garten Ellen Greup Its monochrome restraint gives theFrom the celebrated series of vintage Zoologischer Garten posters, this baboon illustration is a triumph of mid century graphic design. The composition is confident and frontal the animal rendered with bold outlines and flattened fields of colour that feel at once playful and serious. The palette is earthy but saturated, giving the image a warmth that suits the subject. There is real craft in how much character is conveyed through such economical mark