| Designer: | H. Schilter & Franz Schneider |
| Country: | Switzerland |
| Decade: | 1950 |
| Year: | 1956 |
| Dimensions: | 102.0 x 64.0 cm | 40.157480314800004 x 25.196850393600002 inches |
| Condition: | Good | | B |
| Linen backed | |
| Printed by: | Art. Institut Orell Füssli |
| Category / Theme: |
Travel |
This original vintage Swiss travel poster promotes Brunnen, the picturesque resort town on Lake Lucerne in the heart of Central Switzerland. Published in 1956, the poster combines a striking photograph by Franz Schneider with a clean, modern graphic design that highlights Brunnen as a destination for both summer and winter holidays. A pair of skis and a Swiss life buoy in the foreground symbolize the region's year-round appeal, while the calm waters of Lake Lucerne and the dramatic alpine peaks beyond create an unforgettable Swiss landscape.
Located at the northern end of the Urnersee arm of Lake Lucerne, Brunnen has long been one of Switzerland's best-known lakeside resorts. Surrounded by spectacular mountains and offering easy access to hiking, boating, and winter sports, it became a popular destination for international visitors during the post-war tourism boom. The poster was issued by the local tourist office under the slogan "Heart of Central Switzerland," emphasizing Brunnen's central location and its role as an ideal base for exploring the surrounding alpine region.
A beautiful original vintage Swiss travel poster that combines outstanding mid-century travel photography with elegant graphic design, capturing the timeless beauty of one of Switzerland's most celebrated lake and mountain landscapes.
Mounted on linen. Displays age wear including rough edges, small tears, and minor paper losses along the margins. Presents beautifully and would look stunning framed.