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Rudolf Koller, The Gotthard Post, 1873

SKU:  194803

Rudolf Koller, The Gotthard Post, 1873

€47,00 EUR
€47,00 EUR
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Rudolf Koller's The Gotthard Post (1873) is a celebrated masterpiece of Swiss art, capturing the dramatic and dynamic energy of a stagecoach traversing the challenging Gotthard Pass. This painting exemplifies Koller's mastery in blending Romanticism with realism, reflecting his deep connection to nature and his ability to portray the human and animal relationship.

The painting depicts a mail coach pulled by a team of galloping horses as it navigates the perilous terrain of the Gotthard Pass in the Swiss Alps. The scene conveys the urgency and heroism of the journey, a testament to the vital role of the Gotthard route in connecting Switzerland to the rest of Europe.

Koller skillfully captures the intense motion of the horses, their straining muscles and powerful strides conveying the physical effort of pulling the coach. The passengers, coachman, and the vehicle itself are shown in a precarious yet determined progression through the rugged landscape.

The Swiss Alps dominate the background, with towering peaks, dramatic clouds, and the play of light and shadow adding to the sense of grandeur and danger. Koller's attention to detail brings the natural environment to life, making it as much a character in the painting as the coach.

Beyond its literal subject, the painting is often interpreted as a symbol of progress, resilience, and the unyielding human spirit in overcoming challenges posed by nature.

The Gotthard Post is a quintessential example of Koller's ability to blend technical precision with emotional resonance, making it a beloved representation of Swiss culture and identity. Its dynamic composition and meticulous detail continue to captivate viewers, embodying the spirit of an era where nature and human endeavor intersected powerfully.

Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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