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Antikbar, One sheet
vintage Art Deco travel poster advertising skiing in Austria.
Details
Artist: The poster was designed by the notable Austrian artist Paul Kirnig (1891-1959). The text in the top right corner reads "ATELIER PROF KIRNIG".
Date: It was produced circa 1930 (or around 1936 according to some sources).
Publisher: It was commissioned by the Österreichische Verkehrswerbung (Austrian National Tourist Office), in conjunction with the Federal Ministry for Trade and Transport (Werbedienst des Bundesministeriums für Handel und Verkehr, Wien).
Style: The design is a dynamic example of the Art Deco style, using bold, simplified shapes and a limited color palette of deep blues, oranges, and white to convey speed and the thrill of the sport.
Purpose: The poster was designed to promote Austria as a premier destination for winter sports tourism in the Austrian Alps. |
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