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Gustav Hjortlund“FYN – Denmark” illustrated original travel poster from 19571957
1957
$1,662.76
£1,246.36
€1,400
CA$2,299.35
A$2,503.41
CHF 1,336.74
MX$30,220.07
NOK 16,805.22
SEK 15,630.81
DKK 10,666.46
About the Item
“FYN – Denmark” is a beautifully illustrated original travel poster from 1957, created by Danish artist Gustav Hjortlund. This captivating piece celebrates the island of Fyn (Funen)—often referred to as the “Garden of Denmark”—through a richly detailed pictorial map that blends cartographic precision with nostalgic charm.
At the heart of the poster lies a lush and whimsical rendering of Funen, surrounded by the shimmering blues of the Kattegat and Østersøen (Baltic Sea). The island bursts with hand-drawn landmarks, charming villages, fairytale castles, windmills, churches, and boats sailing through straits and fjords. Each town is marked with delightful visual cues: Odense, the island’s largest city and birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen, is prominently featured, as are coastal gems like Nyborg, Svendborg, and Middelfart.
A large compass rose and an inset map in the bottom left corner illustrate travel routes and maritime connections between Funen and neighboring islands such as Jylland (Jutland), Langeland, and Ærø. Decorative scrolls, banners, and period typography give the poster an old-world aesthetic that evokes the golden age of European tourism.
Hjortlund’s illustration is more than a travel guide—it’s an invitation to explore a bucolic Denmark that feels both timeless and storybook-like. The attention to architectural and cultural detail, along with the playful balance of form and function, make this poster not only a practical guide of its era, but also a cherished piece of mid-century travel art.
Whether for collectors of vintage cartography, lovers of Scandinavian design, or admirers of Danish history, this 1957 poster is a vivid tribute to the natural beauty and cultural richness of Funen—a jewel at the heart of Denmark.
Map - Scandinavia - Tourism - Denmark
Funen Island of Denmark
Printed by Hagen
Sievertsen
- Creator:Gustav Hjortlund (1901 - 1977)
- Creation Year:1957
- Dimensions:Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 24.41 in (62 cm)
- Medium:
- Period:
- Condition:Good condition, on linen.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792217309692
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