Items Similar to Circa 1950 original travel poster by Martin Peikert for Pontresina - Switzerland
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 8
Martin PeikertCirca 1950 original travel poster by Martin Peikert for Pontresina - SwitzerlandCirca 1950
Circa 1950
$4,426.81
£3,304.91
€3,700
CA$6,098.25
A$6,690.94
CHF 3,524.47
MX$79,595.78
NOK 45,147.98
SEK 41,226.27
DKK 28,195.41
About the Item
A breathtaking glimpse into mid-century alpine elegance, this original travel poster for Pontresina—a picturesque resort town nestled in the Engadin Valley of Switzerland—was designed by the renowned Swiss artist Martin Peikert around 1950.
With a style that seamlessly blends realism and graphic flair, Peikert captures a moment of quiet beauty: a wrought-iron balcony overflowing with vivid red alpine carnations, bathed in sun and shadow, with a backdrop of snowy peaks and a clear blue sky. A single butterfly dances across the vertical divide of shade and light—a poetic detail that elevates the composition beyond mere advertisement.
Pontresina, at an altitude of 1,850 meters (6,000 feet), is celebrated for its serene charm and proximity to the glaciers and summits of the Bernina Range. This poster was part of a broader effort to market Swiss alpine destinations to the burgeoning postwar tourist class.
Peikert, one of the leading Swiss poster artists of the 20th century, is known for his clean lines, luminous colors, and skillful use of composition. His work defined the golden age of Swiss travel posters, and this piece is a quintessential example.
A rare and stunning original, ideal for collectors of vintage travel ephemera or design history enthusiasts.
Original Poster
Tourism - Skiing - Switzerland
- Creator:Martin Peikert
- Creation Year:Circa 1950
- Dimensions:Height: 39.77 in (101 cm)Width: 25.2 in (64 cm)
- Medium:
- Period:
- Condition:Good condition, restorations, slight creases, on linen.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792217366612
About the Seller
5.0
Gold Seller
Premium sellers maintaining a 4.3+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2021
1stDibs seller since 2022
197 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 2 hours
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: PARIS, France
- Return Policy
More From This Seller
View AllCirca 1950 original Swiss travel poster for the alpine village of Pontresina
Located in PARIS, FR
This striking original Swiss travel poster, created around 1950 by the artist Plangg, captures the clean, bold graphic style that defined mid-century Swiss tourism promotion. Showcas...
Category
1950s More Prints
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1960 original Swiss travel poster by Wiesner - Pontresina
Located in PARIS, FR
This charming circa 1960 original Swiss travel poster by Wiesner R. invites viewers to discover Pontresina, a jewel nestled in the heart of the Engadin valley at an elevation of 1850...
Category
1960s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
1954 original travel poster by Celestino Piatti Basel Suisse
Located in PARIS, FR
In 1954, Celestino Piatti crafted an original travel poster that captured the essence of Basel, Switzerland. Rather than focusing on specific visuals, Piatti's design aimed to evoke ...
Category
1950s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
Original 1934 travel poster by Swiss artist Bernhard Reber - Berne Suisse
Located in PARIS, FR
This original 1934 travel poster, created by Swiss artist Bernhard Reber, was commissioned to promote tourism to Berne, the capital of Switzerland. Issued by the Swiss National Touri...
Category
1930s Art Deco Prints and Multiples
Materials
Linen, Paper, Lithograph
1952 original poster by Daniele Buzzi - Lugano Suisse Southern Switzerland
Located in PARIS, FR
In the picturesque realm of travel posters, Daniele Buzzi's 1952 creation beckons viewers to explore the scenic wonders of Lugano in Southern Switzerland. This vintage masterpiece se...
Category
1950s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Linen, Paper, Lithograph
1954 original poster Montana Vermala Switzerland - Ski - Suisse
Located in PARIS, FR
The original 1954 poster created by artist Jean-Marie Thorimbert for Montana Vermala, a ski resort located in Crans Montana, in the Swiss canton of Val...
Category
1950s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Linen, Paper, Lithograph
You May Also Like
Original Vintage Skiing Poster Pontresina Switzerland Winter Sport Swiss Alps
Located in London, GB
Original vintage winter sport ski poster for the popular Swiss resort of Pontresina featuring a photograph of a lady on skis standing on a mountain and admiring the beauty of the Eng...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Posters
Materials
Paper
Zentralschweiz original vintage 1950s Switzerland travel poster by Hans Schilter
Located in London, GB
To see our other original vintage travel posters, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from this Seller" - or send us a message if you cannot find th...
Category
1950s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
Original Vintage Winter Sport Ski Poster Pontresina Suisse Switzerland Resort
Located in London, GB
Original vintage winter sport ski poster for the popular resort of Pontresina Suisse / Switzerland featuring a black and white photograph of a young boy standing on small curved skis...
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Travel Poster Davos Parsenn Switzerland Otto Glaser Schweiz
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster for the popular ski resort of Davos Parsenn in Switzerland Schweiz Svizzera Suisse. Great artwork by the Swiss artist Otto Glaser (1915-1991) depicting...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Posters
Materials
Paper
Colorful Swiss 1930s Travel Poster by Peter Franz Moos
By Carl Moos
Located in Wiscasset, ME
circa 1931
In very good condition, mounted on linen, B+ overall condition
Carl Franz Moos was born in Munich in 1878 and died in Zurich in 1959. He worked as a painter, graphic designer and stage designer.
After studying nude and model drawing in Munich, he worked for a short time as an embroidery designer. From 1897 he was an illustrator for the Munich daily press and designed sports and travel postcards. He became a successful poster designer in Munich and a member of the Munich poster...
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Belle Époque Posters
Original Vintage Travel Poster Tessin Ticino Switzerland Suisse Schweiz Svizzera
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster advertising Ticino / Tessin Svizzera Suisse Southern Switzerland Schweiz featuring a colourful view from a balcony over the town's skyline with people ...
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Posters
Materials
Paper
