Razzia (Gerard Courbouleix)
This "St. Moritz" by Razzia features a striking travel poster in the artist's signature Art Deco-influenced style, showcasing the famed Swiss ski resort through bold graphic elements and vibrant colors. The composition presents pristine snow-covered slopes in the foreground with a tiny skier creating a sinuous trail down the mountain, while the iconic Swiss flag dominates the upper portion of the image with its dramatic red background and white cross. The scene captures both the grandeur of the Alpine setting and the elegance of this prestigious winter destination through simplified forms and a harmonious color palette of red, white, and blue.
About Artwork: St. Moritz by Razzia
Created in 2012, this original color lithograph measures an impressive 57.5" × 45", demonstrating the enduring appeal of vintage travel poster aesthetics in contemporary art. Razzia (Gerard Courbouleix) is renowned for his modern interpretation of classic poster design, often creating works that feel simultaneously nostalgic and timeless. This St. Moritz poster exemplifies his technique of using clean lines, minimal details, and bold color blocking to create maximum visual impact. The composition cleverly combines patriotic imagery with the allure of winter sports, showing a lone skier traversing immaculate snow drifts beneath the protective presence of the Swiss flag. The minimalist treatment of the undulating snow creates a sense of serene luxury that perfectly captures St. Moritz's reputation as an exclusive winter playground. Signed by the artist in the upper right corner with additional signature at the bottom left, this lithograph continues the tradition of travel posters as both commercial art and collectible works that celebrate iconic destinations.