Suisse - Saint-Gothard Loetschberg Simplon

This is a dynamically designed Swiss poster for the railroad that traverses the Alps. Featured here is the Gotthard tunnel, with a train conductor at work in the foreground. It is a bright and colorful image, with a painterly touch.

The Saint-Gothard-Loetschberg-Simplon, often referred to as the Gotthard-Basistunnel, represents a major milestone in Swiss railway engineering. This comprehensive project, encompassing the Gotthard Base Tunnel, the Lötschberg Base Tunnel, and the Simplon Tunnel, revolutionized rail travel through the Swiss Alps. The Simplon Tunnel, opened in 1906, was an engineering marvel of its time, linking Brig in Switzerland to Iselle in Italy. The Lötschberg Tunnel, inaugurated in 1913, facilitated a crucial north-south rail connection between Bern and the Italian border.

Fritz Bühler (1888–1961) was a distinguished Swiss graphic artist and designer renowned for his innovative poster art during the early 20th century. He studied at the Zurich School of Applied Arts, where he honed his skills in graphic design and visual communication. Bühler's career was marked by his work for major Swiss companies and his contributions to the Art Deco movement, creating visually striking posters that effectively promoted brands and events. His mastery of color and composition helped define the era's advertising aesthetics, leaving a significant legacy in the field of graphic design.

This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed, and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.