Douze vues des Vallées de Lauterbrunnen et Meyringen

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collector's mark: Lugt 2228a

Art Historical Context

**Douze vues des Vall de Lauterbrunnen Meyringen** *Alexandre Calame, 1842* Lithography, 419 × 290 mmStep into the majestic Swiss Alps through Alexandre Calame's *Douze vues des Vallées de Lauterbrunnen Meyringen*, a stunning 1842 series of twelve lithographic prints capturing the dramatic valleys of Lauterbrunnen—famed for its thundering waterfalls—and Meyringen the Bernese Oberland Calame, a master of Swiss Romanticism, was renowned for his sweeping landscapes that evoke the sublime power of nature, blending meticulous detail with emotional grandeur. Born in 1810, he rose to prominence depicting his homeland's peaks and valleys, influencing a generation of artists and tourists alike during the Romantic era's fascination with untamed wilderness. Lithography, the innovative medium here, allowed Calame to translate his painterly visions directly onto stone, producing richly toned prints that rivaled oil paintings in depth and texture. At 419 × 290 mm, these large-format sheets made alpine splendor accessible to a wider audience, fueling the 19th-century boom in Swiss tourism via the Grand Tour. The presence of collector's mark Lugt 2228a underscores its place in prestigious collections, highlighting its enduring value. This series not only showcases Calame's technical prowess but also celebrates Switzerland's cultural identity as a haven of natural beauty, inviting viewers to ponder humanity's awe before the eternal mountains.

About the Artist

Alexandre Calame · 1810–1864

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