As a photojournalist Hans Truöl specialized in winter sports photography & set new standards making him one of the most outstanding press & celebrity photographers of his time. One of his most renowned and unique photos was without doubt, the “Porsche Jump” aka “On taking a Short Cut”, which gained him international fame.
Antique Ski Shop offers many very rare and authentic Swiss ski and Alpine posters available on the market today. Our original vintage posters are classified in the A – B+ range and are guaranteed for satisfaction and authenticity. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany each purchase
The prints of our unique and rare ski posters collection are available in two sizes and printed on high quality “vintage” type Matt paper (other sizes are available on request). We take an artisan-style approach to all our printing, which is done exclusively using the giclee process and then finished by hand individually.
We also offer our Hans Truöl prints on barite, dibond, canvas on a stretcher frame, 3 panel "split image" on canvas. for prices, see attachment accompanying photos and contact us to order.
Here you have a complete antique collection of the finest products from Swiss ski equipment manufacturers. 1940's new old stock Attenhofer skis with 1940's (NOS) Attenhofer 'ALPINA' bindings, slightly used bamboo poles, as well as almost new “BALLY” ski boots. The Swiss glacier goggles and “SIGG” alu reserve ski tip is all from the same decade. We mounted the skis and decided to sell the poles and other items as a unique and very rare package including a special wooden display stand.
DESCRIPTION OF DISPLAY CONTENTS
Skis :
Attenhofer, 160 cm in length. NOS from the 1940’s with minor signs of “storage wear” made in Zumikon, Switzerland
Bindings :
Attenhofer, “ALPINA” NOS from the 1940’s
Poles :
Bamboo from the 1940’s, (slightly used) with leather grips and hand straps. 130 cm in length with ø 16 cm new Baskets
Boots :
Bally “AIR LINE” with double laces, 29 cm in length (size 6 ½). Slightly used - made in the 1950’s in Schönenwerd, Switzerland.
Alu Ski Tip :
Manufactured by “SIGG” (makers of the Alu traveler bottle). Made in the 1950’s in Frauenfeld, Switzerland. Back in the days, serious skiers always had an reserve ski tip with them as the wood tips easily broke on rough terrain.
Goggles :
Swiss military issue glacier goggles with travel case from the 1940’s
Ski Stand :
Made of Mango wood – Dimensions = 43.5 X 27 X 27.5 cm. Very easy to assemble (only needs wood glue). The ski poles can be inserted through the hole after it is assembled.
