Designer: | Davidsen, Trygve M. (1895-1978) |
Country: | Norway |
Decade: | 1920 |
Year: | 1925 |
Dimensions: | 100 x 62 cm | 39.37 x 24.41 inches |
Condition: | Very good/excellent | | A-/B+ |
Linen backed | |
Publisher: | NSB - Norges Statsbaner |
Printed by: | A. Wørner Lito, Oslo |
Category: |
Ski / Sports Travel |
This is a delightful original vintage Norwegian ski poster, commissioned by the Norwegian State Railway and skillfully designed by Trygve M. Davidsen to extol the virtues of Norway as a captivating winter destination.
The poster portrays a figure, basking in the beauty of a pristine winter landscape, hands outstretched in awe. An intriguing note, this poster faced censorship in the United States due to its depiction of nudity.
Notably, this poster is featured in the magazine "Poster Publicity 1928" on page 103. What makes this particular piece even more extraordinary is that it is a first edition, rendering it exceedingly rare among collectors. The poster is mounted on linen. It remains in excellent condition, save for a minor tear at the top, which has been professionally restored.
This poster is certain to enthrall skiing enthusiasts and collectors alike, given the perennial allure of ski-themed artwork.
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