Kantonal Schützenfest beider Basel
1900
Emil Beurmann’s 1900 poster for the Basel Cantonal Shooting Festival is a vibrant mix of historical nostalgia and graphic design. A confident marksman stands ready for action, dressed in 17th-century attire with puffy red breeches and a bandolier of powder flasks, evoking a romanticized past. The bold, stylized lettering at the top announces the event, while the text at the bottom tempts competitors with a massive prize pool of 75,000 francs. It’s a fascinating glimpse into Swiss civic culture at the turn of the century, showcasing the decorative flair and symbolic imagery typical of the era.
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