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PlanggCirca 1950 original Swiss travel poster for the alpine village of PontresinaCirca 1950
Circa 1950
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£4,479.89
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About the Item
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. Showcasing the picturesque alpine village of Pontresina, nestled in the heart of the Engadine Valley at 1,850 meters, the design presents a captivating view of sharp-edged, stylized pine trees against a deep blue sky and the snow-capped peaks of the Alps.
The dramatic contrast of colors – cool blues and whites paired with the fiery orange trunks of the foreground trees – evokes both the purity and vitality of the Swiss mountain landscape. Plangg's composition is a brilliant example of postwar graphic modernism, where clarity of message and visual impact were paramount.
Pontresina, known for its pristine nature, luxury hotels, and proximity to Piz Bernina, was a favored destination for European travelers seeking fresh air, hiking, skiing, and restorative mountain views. This poster not only advertised a destination – it sold the dream of high-altitude serenity and Swiss elegance.
Highly collectible and increasingly rare, this original lithographic print embodies the golden age of European travel and the enduring allure of the Swiss Alps.
Original Poster
Tourism - Switzerland
Printed by Gebr. Fretz A. G. in Zurich
- Creator:Plangg
- Creation Year:Circa 1950
- Dimensions:Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 25.2 in (64 cm)
- Medium:
- Period:
- Condition:Good condition, on linen.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792217367172
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