Arosa Pferderennen Horse Races poster 1951 – Vintage Horse Racing Wall Art – Anonymous

Arosa Pferderennen Horse Races poster 1951 – Vintage Horse Racing Wall Art – Anonymous This magnificent and captivating vintage Arosa Pferderennen Horse Races poster was created in 1951. It was published to advertise the Arosa Horse Races that take place of the famous ‘white turf’ on Obersee Lake in Arosa. The vintage horse racing wall art showcases a thrilling horse race set against the pristine snowy backdrop of the charming alpine resort town of Arosa, Switzerland. The Arosa Pferdrennen poster portrays an air of excitement, inviting the viewer to visit the winter resort to join in the winter sports festivities that Arosa has to offer. The dynamic composition of the poster captures the energy and intensity of the horse race, drawing the viewer into the action. The use of flat, vivid colours adds to the visual appeal, evoking a sense of nostalgia for the golden era of travel. This poster serves as a testament to the timeless allure of Arosa, a destination that has been enchanting visitors with its beauty and charm for generations. The fabulous illustration features a field of seven thoroughbreds in the horse race. One of the racehorses has stalled at the back of the race and is being encouraged to rejoin the race. The other six horses are thundering alongside the rail around one of the racecourses bends. The race may be run under a clear blue sky overhead but the billowing red and white banners that line the track suggest that there is a steady headwind blowing Alpine town. The town of Arosa lies at the top of the Schanfigg Valley at the foot of the Aroser Weisshorn. It neighbours Innerarosa, Dorf-Obersee, Untersee and Maran-Prätschli at an elevation of around 1,690 and 1,950 meters (5,540 and 6,400 ft). Arosa is surrounded by alpine mountains including the Weisshorn which stands at 2,653 meters (8,704 feet) and is recognised by its distinctive pyramid shape. Other mountains include the Hörnli, the Schiesshorn, Urdenfürggli: and the Brüggerhorn, several of which provide a magnificent background not only to the racecourse but also to this poster. The Arosa horse races were an eagerly awaited yearly event in Switzerland during the 1950s. Held in the charming town of Arosa, nestled in the Swiss Alps, they drew crowds from far and wide, including both locals and international visitors. The 1951 event was promoted with the creation of the Arosa Pferderennen poster. The races featured a variety of competitions, such as flat races, steeplechases, and trotting races, with some of the world’s finest horses and jockeys participating. The breathtaking natural beauty of Arosa added to the allure of the horse races, making them an unforgettable experience. Today, the town is famous for its magnificent scenery and outdoor pursuits, particularly winter sports. Visitors can marvel at the stunning vistas of snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and crystal-clear lakes that have made Arosa a sought-after destination. The text on this dynamic vintage horse racing poster reads ‘Arosa Pferderennen’ and offers the English translation as Horse Races beneath. It advertises dates for the four-day festival starting on Donnerstag 1 February 1951 and finishing on 4 February 1951. It also provides a meeting start time of two o’clock. The poster also states that the course features a totalisator – a computer that registers bets and divides the total amount bet among those who won. A few years back, there wasn’t much interest among collectors for this poster, and copies could be picked up for under £500. However, there seems to have been a reappraisal and a newfound interest in the original 1951 stone litho prints of this dramatic horse racing wall art. Less than ten years later, original copies of the Arosa Pferderennen Horse Races poster, in great condition, now sell for upwards of £1,400. Other vintage horse racing posters H