The Matterhorn
Celestial Fortress of the Alps
©2022
Edition Prestige 3
3 available / 3 copiesFrom 53 100.00 €
Acquire this artwork
About the work
In this work, I wanted to highlight the north face of the Matterhorn and its verticality during a storm, when the sky clears for a brief moment. The summit, emerging from a sea of clouds, appears in a new, refined form. A sublime and unique revelation, largely dependent on the random arrangement of the clouds.
In the midst of the storm, the Matterhorn reveals itself, proud and massive: a veritable fortress of the heavens. The moment lasts only a few seconds; then the clouds close in on this summit of the gods and conceal, for long hours, the most beautiful jewel in the Alps.
This helicopter shot highlights the verticality of this face. No route is easy, and summit has to be earned. This mountain teaches us humility. When I climbed it, I felt so small in the face of this thousand-year-old giant, whose strength is plain to see. I have the utmost admiration for those who have climbed this hellish rock for the first time!
This shot is unique. That day, it was impossible to know whether summit would be visible. Then, in the midst of total uncertainty: an epiphany. The white of the plastered snow sparkled like a thousand diamonds and dazzled my lens. The Matterhorn finally shines through the storm. The winds beat down on this beacon of the heavens. At that moment, I was the only human to witness this incredible spectacle of nature.
The conditions were perfect and the weather window short. The high resolution of this work will allow the attentive viewer to observe every detail. Crusty snow, sharp rocks, a small statue of Saint Bernard... it's all there for those who take the time to admire this unique shot.
In the midst of the storm, the Matterhorn reveals itself, proud and massive: a veritable fortress of the heavens. The moment lasts only a few seconds; then the clouds close in on this summit of the gods and conceal, for long hours, the most beautiful jewel in the Alps.
This helicopter shot highlights the verticality of this face. No route is easy, and summit has to be earned. This mountain teaches us humility. When I climbed it, I felt so small in the face of this thousand-year-old giant, whose strength is plain to see. I have the utmost admiration for those who have climbed this hellish rock for the first time!
This shot is unique. That day, it was impossible to know whether summit would be visible. Then, in the midst of total uncertainty: an epiphany. The white of the plastered snow sparkled like a thousand diamonds and dazzled my lens. The Matterhorn finally shines through the storm. The winds beat down on this beacon of the heavens. At that moment, I was the only human to witness this incredible spectacle of nature.
The conditions were perfect and the weather window short. The high resolution of this work will allow the attentive viewer to observe every detail. Crusty snow, sharp rocks, a small statue of Saint Bernard... it's all there for those who take the time to admire this unique shot.
print art
prints are produced on museum-quality paper and protected by a transparent matte laminate.
Edition Prestige 3
An elite of only three copies per work, ensuring unparalleled rarity and prestige. Each acquisition becomes a treasure trove of Alpine art, reserved for the most discerning collectors.
Certificate and Signature
The works are signed by Thomas Crauwels. A certificate of authenticity will be provided upon purchase.
The Matterhorn
Celestial Fortress of the Alps
Matterhorn | summits
©2022
Edition Prestige 3
9 sizes available
Framing
Contemporary
Passe-Partout
Shipped in 5 - 15 days
Worldwide and secure delivery
Secure payment
Try the work for free at home for 14 days
Swiss Made
suggestions from Thomas Crauwels
If you enjoyed Forteresse Céleste des Alpes, we invite you to discover these works :
We'll help you find the perfect piece with this questionnaire.
Shipped in 5 - 15 days
Worldwide and secure delivery
Secure payment
Swiss made
Collector's reviews
A magical vista for mountain lovers
Passionate about the mountains, in love with black-and-white photography, the images created by Thomas Crauwels can only seduce us. The purity of the lines, the simply unique viewpoints, the photographic work carried out by Thomas and the exceptional quality of prints make them works of art. From initial contact at the mountain show to home delivery, Thomas offers a highly professional service. We enjoy this magical view every day!
By
Eve
We were bowled over!
My wife and I are amazed at the quality of print and the rendering of this magnificent photo. We had waited many years to put a picture on this blank wall because we had never "flashed" on a piece of art. Now we've found it, and it fits in perfectly at the entrance to our apartment. What's more, it depicts 3 summits that are particularly close to our hearts: the Weisshorn, Dent Blanche and the Matterhorn - quite a symbol...
We'd like to thank you again for your impeccable service (rapid response to enquiries, hyper-realistic projection of the work on the photos of the wall beforehand). In short, we have nothing to complain about and look forward to seeing you at an opening.
By
Gabrielle & Gilles
We enjoy it every day!
As former inhabitants of Zermatt, it's hard to forget the Matterhorn, even in a new environment of mountains and nature.we discovered this large photo of the Matterhorn in a gallery, so strong and intense, it was impossible to forget it........ It became obvious that it should adorn our new apartment as a centerpiece.What's more, we had a very sympathetic contact with the artist, who came himself to deliver his work.It's very appreciable and adds a dimension to the object, to know its creator, his passion, the conditions under which it was taken.The texture of the photo resembles a painting, the lights play on it, Next the hours. It seems alive. A real daily pleasure!
By
Corinne & Werner
