Artist

Otto Baumberger

Portrait of Otto Baumberger
Portrait of Otto Baumberger

Swiss, 1889–1961

Otto Baumberger was a Swiss artist. 1 work is cataloged here, principally at Museum of Modern Art. Otto Baumberger was born in Altstetten.

Otto Baumberger (21 May 1889 – 26 December 1961) was a Swiss painter, graphic artist and poster designer. Associated with Swiss Expressionism, he became best known for his graphic work and posters, designing more than 200 posters across a wide range of styles. He taught design and drawing at ETH Zurich. His 1923 poster Marque PKZ is regarded as a classic of Swiss poster art.

Works by Otto Baumberger

Collections represented

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