Original Poster Val d’Isère - 3rd International Congress on Ski Instruction, by M. Carabin - 1955

A rare and vibrant testimony to the golden age of French skiing, this original 1955 poster by M. Carabin was created for the 3rd International Congress on Ski Instruction. It captures the full majesty of the Val d’Isère ski area, nestled in the snow-covered heart of the Savoie region.

The image, printed in photogravure by Draeger, invites the viewer to escape: in the foreground, a group of skiers gazes out over an endless panorama of pristine ridgelines, sculpted by wind and light. The composition emphasizes the scale between man and mountain, celebrating both the grandeur of the Alpine landscape and the collective spirit of sports education.

Straddling the line between a travel poster and an institutional document, this piece reflects the modernist momentum of the 1950s in promoting winter sports. It also marks Val d’Isère’s rise as an internationally renowned ski destination.

This poster measures approximately 38.6 x 24.4 inches, is linen-backed, and preserved in A condition. A period photograph that captivates with its clarity, visual balance, and depth of atmosphere.