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Poster, St Moritz, Switzerland, Winter Olympics
Poster, St Moritz, Switzerland, Winter Olympics 1940 - woman in sleigh. Initially issued in 1938 to advertise the 1940 Winter Olympics, which were cancelled due to the outbreak of WW2. Date: 1938
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1938 Cancelled Moritz Olympics Outbreak Skiing Skis Swiss Werner
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage St Moritz, Switzerland, Winter Olympics poster from Onslow Auctions Limited, available at Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, originally dates back to 1938 and showcases an elegant woman gliding through the snow in a sleigh. Initially created to promote the 1940 Winter Olympics, which were unfortunately cancelled due to the outbreak of WW2, this poster is now a unique and intriguing piece of sports history. Bring the nostalgic charm of winter Olympics into your home or office with this stunning collectible print.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19cm x 30.4cm (7.5" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning vintage poster captures the essence of elegance and excitement surrounding the 1940 Winter Olympics in St Moritz, Switzerland. The image features a woman joyfully riding in a sleigh, surrounded by the picturesque snowy landscape of the Swiss Alps. Her smile is infectious, reflecting the thrill and exhilaration of winter sports.
Originally created in 1938 to promote the upcoming Winter Olympics, this poster was unfortunately never used as planned due to the outbreak of World War II. Despite its cancellation, this artwork remains a timeless representation of a bygone era when skiing and snow sports were at their peak popularity.
The artist behind this masterpiece, Werner Bischof, expertly captured both the beauty of St Moritz and the spirit of competition that defined Olympic events. The bold colors and dynamic composition draw viewers into a world where adventure awaits around every corner.
Whether you're an avid skier or simply appreciate fine art and design, this Poster from St Moritz is sure to evoke feelings of nostalgia and wonder for a time when winter sports reigned supreme. Add it to your collection today and bring a touch of vintage charm into your home decor.
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