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.
Description :
Lithograph in colours promoting Marker bindings dating from 1953 (approx) offered in excellent original condition. We are unsure why the poster promotes the name Varia though this may be the name of the distributor, a shortening of baVaria ? This binding is in fact one of the earliest 'Marker' designs made by Hannes Marker, called the 'Duplex' (as may be seen on the poster).
The duplex toe was first sold in 1953 to improve release as too many skiers were breaking their legs as the boot would not release in a fall. The Duplex used two small wedge-shaped metal clips that fitted over the toe of the boot, holding it down, and used a spring in order to keep the boot centred. During a fall, the clips were forced outward allowing it to release the toe. Thank you Mr Marker! A fascinating and rare piece of skiing history.
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