St. Moritz

Artist: Alex Walter Diggelmann
Year: 1930
Size: 101 x 64 cm / 39.8 x 25.2″

About this poster

Until 1930 the St. Moritz mountain hare was the advertising symbol of this world famous winter holiday destination. The “bunny” by Walter Diggelmann is a popular design that adorns many a child’s bedroom.

Artist: Alex Walter Diggelmann

Swiss artist Alex Walter Diggelmann (1902-1987) won three medals in art competitions of the Olympic Games. He was trained as a primary school and art teacher. After studying in Paris and Leipzig, he worked as a commercial artist in Zurich and designed numerous posters for sports and transport. From 1939, he was an art teacher in Zurich. His posters were characterised by a clear, figurative style.

Swiss artist Alex Walter Diggelmann (1902-1987) won three medals in art competitions of the Olympic Games. He was trained as a primary school and art teacher ...

. After studying in Paris and Leipzig, he worked as a commercial artist in Zurich and designed numerous posters for sports and transport. From 1939, he was an art teacher in Zurich. His posters were characterised by a clear, figurative style.