Princess Ruspoli

Princess Ruspoli captures Princess Lucy Ruspoli standing before a striking wall of vintage skis in the snow-dusted Alpine village of Lech am Arlberg, Austria, in February 1979. Slim Aarons immortalized this moment where old-world elegance meets mountain sport, the weathered skis creating a geometric tapestry of blues, reds, and natural wood tones behind the Princess's composed figure. Her presence among these retired instruments of alpine adventure speaks to the intersection of European aristocracy and the storied ski culture of the Austrian Alps, where winter became a season of both sport and social refinement.

This photograph brings the romance of 1970s European winter society into your space, where every glance reveals new details in the arrangement of those vintage skis and the quiet confidence of its subject. Princess Ruspoli transforms an ordinary wall into a portal to an era when the mountains attracted not just athletes but an international circle of sophisticated travelers who understood that style and adventure could coexist beautifully. Your space gains the cosmopolitan sophistication of alpine resorts where Slim Aarons documented a world that valued both heritage and the thrill of the slopes, creating an atmosphere where guests discover the compelling story of a woman, a wall of history, and a master photographer's eye for scenes that transcend their moment.

Available in lustrous photo paper or refined matte finish, professionally framed in black, white, or natural wood to complement your décor. This museum-quality print preserves every detail of that Austrian winter day, from the texture of aged ski wood to the alpine light that Slim Aarons captured with such precision. Make this remarkable piece part of your collection today.