Weisshorn North Ridge
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Breathtaking view of the Imperial Crown from Zinal, in the heart of the Valais Alps. This black-and-white photograph brings together the five summits that make up this incredible fortress at over 4,000 metres altitude. In the foreground, the Weisshorn presents its hanging glaciers, a priceless treasure whose splendor will soon be a thing of the past. Stunned by the beauty of the snow-covered north face, we join the Zinalrothorn and Ober Gabelhorn before reaching the Matterhorn and The Dent d'Hérens.I made this work after a summer storm. Just as the first rays of sun were illuminating the Alps. I sought the perfect alignment of the mountains to highlight the presence of summits and the exceptional scale of the imperial crown of Zinal. Playing with perspective and geometry to bring depth to the picture. The length of the cast shadows and the texture of the fresh snow on the rocks add a royal and bewitching dimension to the photograph. Between light and shadow, our gaze is guided from peak to peak towards the Matterhorn, lord of the valley of Zermatt, which takes center stage.
The work reminds us of our great ascents. I've been lucky enough to climb all these legendary mountains. Facing the Weisshorn, which rises in the foreground, I think back to the day I traversed it via its northern ridge, which winds to the right. I crossed the Grand Gendarme, the key passage of the ascent, before traversing the final section of the ridge leading to summit. From this vantage point, the ridge looks very inviting. But after many hours of climbing and the effect of altitude, it turns out to be much steeper and longer than we had imagined. After catching my breath at the summit of the Weisshorn, it was time to take the normal route back down to the left. I was exhausted. But I knew that the energy the mountain had taken from me on the way up, it would give back to me on the way down. With each step, my lungs filled up with a little more oxygen and I regained my strength. The adventure was tough, but wonderful and unforgettable.
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Passe-Partout ?
Without
Passe-Partout
Size (+2'500 CHF)
100 x 150 cm limited à 5 prints +2'500 CHF
Size
100 x 150 cm limited à 5 prints +2'500 CHF
Value of your work
CHF 4,500
- Shipped in 5 - 15 days?
- Fast and secure global delivery
- Try the work for free at home for 14 days
Other desires? Contact us
Description
Breathtaking view of the Imperial Crown from Zinal, in the heart of the Valais Alps. This black-and-white photograph brings together the five summits that make up this incredible fortress at over 4,000 metres altitude. In the foreground, the Weisshorn presents its hanging glaciers, a priceless treasure whose splendor will soon be a thing of the past. Stunned by the beauty of the snow-covered north face, we join the Zinalrothorn and Ober Gabelhorn before reaching the Matterhorn and The Dent d'Hérens.
I made this work after a summer storm. Just as the first rays of sun were illuminating the Alps. I sought the perfect alignment of the mountains to highlight the presence of summits and the exceptional scale of the imperial crown of Zinal. Playing with perspective and geometry to bring depth to the picture. The length of the cast shadows and the texture of the fresh snow on the rocks add a royal and bewitching dimension to the photograph. Between light and shadow, our gaze is guided from peak to peak towards the Matterhorn, lord of the valley of Zermatt, which takes center stage.
The work reminds us of our great ascents. I've been lucky enough to climb all these legendary mountains. Facing the Weisshorn, which rises in the foreground, I think back to the day I traversed it via its northern ridge, which winds to the right. I crossed the Grand Gendarme, the key passage of the ascent, before traversing the final section of the ridge leading to summit. From this vantage point, the ridge looks very inviting. But after many hours of climbing and the effect of altitude, it turns out to be much steeper and longer than we had imagined. After catching my breath at the summit of the Weisshorn, it was time to take the normal route back down to the left. I was exhausted. But I knew that the energy the mountain had taken from me on the way up, it would give back to me on the way down. With each step, my lungs filled up with a little more oxygen and I regained my strength. The adventure was tough, but wonderful and unforgettable.
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