Poster Bulk Cargo Carrier – The Renewal

Poster, Port of Rotterdam - Open Cargo Hold

Evocative art print symbolizing labor, transformation, and responsibility at sea

Independent artist’s Rotterdam print – ethical alternative to mass-produced wall decor

Poetic illustration of Rotterdam port life, combining architecture, sunlight, and human effort

Rotterdam Harbor Wall Art – Steel, Sun & Sweat. Work in the Port

Everything becomes more. Until you can no longer rest in your sun-side ignorance. After the coal comes the grain in the belly of the ship. Someone will have to clean it up. Me today, you tomorrow? Every commodity we own was once inside steel in one form or another.

Gitf for Sailors and maritime enthusiasts

As a Swiss artist, I once found myself in Europe’s largest port — the Port of Rotterdam. Riding my bike through the massive harbor area, I was overwhelmed by the sheer scale of it all. The colors of the cargo ships, the steel, the sunlight, the water, the workers — it was simply unforgettable.

This vintage-style poster shows a port worker cleaning a bulk cargo ship (bulk carrier), preparing it for the next load.

The artwork is a tribute to the people behind the scenes who keep global trade moving — those whose work often goes unnoticed, but without whom the world would stop.

This nautical wall art fits perfectly in a ship officer’s quarters, crew mess rooms, cabins, or the homes of retired seafarers, dock workers, or anyone who loves the sea and ships.

A perfect gift for sailors, shipping professionals, or those who appreciate industrial maritime art and vintage travel posters.

Poster for apartment, office and home

The vast majority of people have never seen the inside of an “Open Hatch General Cargo Ship.” This piece is for those who appreciate industrial beauty and want to explore the unseen. It’s perfect for art collectors, port enthusiasts, or anyone seeking depth in their home decor.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

FAQ Products & Shipping

Your order (provided it is a poster) will be shipped unframed in a sturdy cardboard tube.

If you have ordered a mounted F4 poster, it will be delivered to you directly by the Bernese printing company Uldry (this service is only available within Switzerland).

No, I ship my posters without picture frames. However, there are providers with great products that I can recommend.

In my opinion, the most beautiful and simplest frames are so-called "Halbe Rahmen" (half-frames). These feature a unique mounting principle using magnetic frames. This allows the pictures to be framed effortlessly without any tools or annoying clips.

Metal Picture Frames

Wooden Picture Frames

With these frames, the formats are cut flush to the poster size. However, it can also look great to choose a larger frame to give the motif more breathing room with a passe-partout (mat board). Real glass can be used for the smaller A2 and A1 formats. For the large F4 world format, I recommend only using Plexiglas for safety reasons.

Please keep in mind: When dealing with graphic prints on paper, you are looking at a natural product, and tolerances can be +/- 5 mm depending on the size.

I offer all poster sizes, from the smallest poster format A3 to the world format ("Weltformat") F4. Here is an overview with the most important information:

A3 – The small one (29.7 x 42 cm)
As large as a double A4 sheet. Suitable for cozy niches, smaller rooms, or narrow hallways where the motif can be viewed from up close.

A2 – The small large one (42 x 59.4 cm)
A classic "small poster", as large as a double A3 sheet. This format is frequently seen in Swiss cities for wild postering. It is ideally suited for rooms that have something to say – for the kids' room, the office, or as an eye-catcher in the kitchen.

A1 – The large small one (59.4 x 84.1 cm)
A proper poster. This one isn't really that small anymore. It fits perfectly above the sofa in the living room, next to the dining table, in a practice/office space, or in a spacious entrance hall.

F4 – World format / Weltformat (89.5 x 128 cm)
The flagship for your wall design. The exact same size as the APG street billboards used in Swiss outdoor advertising. An absolute eye-catcher for really large spaces, wide lofts, or minimally furnished rooms.

Since picture frames in the F4 world format are hardly available in regular retail stores, I offer my F4 posters ready-mounted.

The posters are securely mounted onto a sturdy aluminum Dibond (Alu-Dibond) panel. Two U-profiles are pre-installed on the back, making it incredibly easy for you to hang it up using just two nails or screws.

This service is handled by my partner printing company Uldry in Hinterkappelen (Bern) and is delivered directly to your home in the highest quality.

Please note: Due to their size, mounted F4 posters are only delivered within Switzerland.

Yes – you can find my Postervault at Münstergasse, right in the middle of Bern’s lower Old Town. In addition to posters, you’ll also find postcards, stickers, and fridge magnets there.

Regular opening hours:
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

As a general rule: If the doors are open, you are welcome to walk down the steep stairs at any time and browse through my selection at your own pace.

To make sure you don’t stand in front of closed doors, please be sure to check my website for the current opening hours before your visit.

As a small business, I don’t deliver as fast as Amazon Prime, but I do it with heart and dedication. Thank you for your patience and support!

Swiss Shipping: Your order should arrive at your address within 7 working days. The delivery time for mounted F4 posters is 14 working days.

International Shipping: Delivery time takes up to 14 working days.

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Yes, I ship worldwide. Depending on the format, shipping costs range between CHF 5.00 and CHF 36.00. The exact costs will be calculated at checkout. Customs duties and other international fees are the responsibility of the buyer.

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