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Text in English, French and German. René Groebli (1927) is a Swiss photographer known for his poetic and suggestive black-and-white photography. Here follows a short description of his life and work: Key points: Early career: Groebli began his career as a photographer in the late 1940s. He became known with his series "Magie der Schiene" (Magic of the rail) in 1949. In the early 1950s he worked as a reporter for international magazines such as Life and Picture Post. Characteristic style: Groebli's work is characterized by a dreamy, impressionistic style. He uses blur, movement and light effects to create a suggestive atmosphere. His photos often show everyday subjects, such as landscapes, cityscapes and human figures. Best-known works: "Magie der Schiene" (1949): A series of atmospheric photos of trains and railways. "Das Auge der Liebe" (The eye of love) (1952): An intimate series of photos from his honeymoon in Paris.