Metropolis (1927) Film Poster Art Print

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    About This Art

    In 1927, this would have felt radical. It still does. The robot Maria stares out from a stack of towers in flat black, white and red — the most recognisable film poster of the twentieth century.

    Hang it and the room sharpens. The hard verticals pull the eye up, the red lettering snaps everything into focus, and quieter furniture starts to look more deliberate around it.

    It holds a wall on its own above a sofa, a desk or a sideboard, and it earns a feature wall in a hallway or study. Eye-level, centred, with breathing room either side.

    Pair it with black leather, chrome, smoked glass, dark wood and matt black metalwork. Brass or marble carry it too.

    Don't crowd it with florals, soft pastels or fussy gallery walls — it wants air.

    Printing, Paper and Frames

    Quality you can see (and feel)
    Printed using museum-grade giclée technology on thick, matte art paper - no glare, just soft, natural colour that looks beautiful.

    The kind of detail and depth that makes people lean in closer. Hand-framed in solid FSC-certified wood. Never cheap MDF or plastic-y veneers.

    Won't fade, even in direct sunlight
    Premium acrylic glaze with UV blocking keeps colours vibrant for 100+ years. Hang it anywhere - bedroom, hallway, that sunny spot above the sofa - without worry.

    Unbox, hang, done
    Arrives framed with fixtures already attached. Two minutes with a hammer and your wall goes from blank to "where did you get that?"

    Made responsiblyFSC-certified wood and paper. Water-based, vegan inks. Crafted to order, so there's zero waste and zero guilt.

    Delivery & Returns

    UK made, delivered fast
    Your artwork is made in the UK within 48hrs keeping shipping quick, emissions low, and customs surprises off the table.

    Free delivery on orders over £69.99
    Standard delivery on orders below this of £4.99. We ship using a mix of couriers including DPD, Royal Mail and Evri.

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    Packed with care, built to last
    Every piece is safely packaged to arrive in perfect condition. If something’s not right, we’ll send a free replacement — fast and fuss-free.

    Returns? No problem.
    If you’re not 100% happy, you’ve got 99 days to return it. No drama. Just drop us a message and we’ll make it right.

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    We're serious about art, ask away

    From sizing to framing and print quality, Fab's art experts break it all down—so you can find the right art for your space.

    Need more help? Contact our team here

    How do I frame an art print?

    Good news—you don’t have to!

    All of our prints are available professionally framed and ready to hang, so you can skip the trip to the framing shop and get straight to the fun part: styling your space. Here’s more info about our frames and service:

    • Your choice of timeless frames - natural wood, black, white, brown, silver and, of course, gold.
    • We use shatter-resistant acrylic glazing keeping delivery costs down and shielding your print from fading or sun damage—something cheaper glazes just don’t do.
    • Every frame is carefully sealed on the back using acid-free, archival tape —keeping dust and moisture out and your print beautifully preserved.
    • Hanging hardware already attached so just unbox, hang, and enjoy.

    Prefer to frame it yourself? That’s totally fine too—we offer unframed prints in standard and A-sizes that fit most frames you can buy.

    What makes Fab frames so good?

    Not all frames are created equal. Many cheap frames are made with acidic materials or glazes that lack UV protection—meaning your beautiful print could fade, discolor, or deteriorate over time.

    At Fab, we do things differently. Our frames are thoughtfully built to preserve and protect your artwork for the long haul. We use FSC-certified wood, 100% acid-free materials, and a UV-protective glaze to keep your print looking vibrant for decades.

    That’s why our prints have an 80+ year archival lifespan—no fading, no yellowing, just art you’ll love for years to come.

    If you're investing in art you love, it's worth framing it right.

    How do I hang art prints?

    It’s easier than you think—especially since our framed prints arrive ready to hang straight out of the box.

    Here’s how to do it in a few simple steps:

    1. Pick a wall that needs a little love—above a sofa, bed, desk, or entryway works great.

    2. Make sure the space suits the size of your print (our size guide can help). Use painter’s tape or a pencil to mark where you want the top of the frame to sit.

    3. For single prints, aim for eye level (around 57–60 inches from the floor). Every Fab framed print comes with hanging hardware already attached.

    Use a picture hook, nail, or adhesive wall strips, depending on your wall type and the weight of the frame. That’s it—your space just got a whole lot more beautiful.

    Bonus tip: For a gallery wall, lay your prints on the floor first to plan your layout before committing to the wall

    Is the red on the poster a bright tomato red or a deeper, dustier red?

    It sits on the deeper side — closer to a brick or oxblood red than a fire-engine red. It still reads as a strong accent, but it doesn't shout. That's part of why it sits comfortably alongside darker walls, walnut, leather and marble rather than fighting them.

    Will the heavy black towers feel too dark in a small room?

    Most of the poster is actually a warm off-white background, with the black concentrated in the central figure and towers. In a small room it reads as graphic and architectural rather than oppressive, especially at a medium or large size with clear wall around it.

    Does this work above a sofa or is it better behind a desk?

    Both work. The tall, vertical composition suits a single anchor wall, so above a sofa or behind a desk are equally strong. Avoid hanging it low or off-centre — give it eye-level placement and bare wall either side so the verticals can run.