1045-001-"Domalde blotes" - Classic poster in semi-matte paper with poster strip

Product description

Drawn by: Erik Werenskiold, 1899

Snorre writes:

Domalde, king of Uppsala, was according to Snorre known for a kingdom plagued by bad years. First, the Swedes sacrificed oxen, but the crops failed. The next year they sacrificed men, but the hunger continued. When the third bad year came, they gathered the assembly and consulted the volvas. The answer was that the king's life had to be given to the gods to gain fertility. The people then took Domalde and led him to the temple in Uppsala. The illustration shows the moment he lies on the sacrificial table, surrounded by men in ceremonial robes, while spectators watch in the background. According to saga tradition, his blood was given to the fields to break the curse. After the sacrifice, good years followed, and the event stood as a dramatic example of how the king's fate was woven into the people's survival. Domalde's death became a mythical image of the old belief that the king was the link between gods and humans, and that his life could be demanded as a last resort. 

Description

Our minimalist wooden poster frames are made with four magnetic wooden strips, two that clamp the top of the poster and two that clamp the bottom to give a vintage look. Experience art on thinner, high-quality paper with a classic semi-matte finish.

The poster and frame are packed separately in a box, and assembly must be done by the recipient. They are easy to put together – no expertise required.

Features:

• Poster strip material: Durable pine.
• Poster strip colors: Available in black, white, natural wood, and dark brown, with a matching color cord.
• Design: Magnetic poster strips that prevent damage to the poster and allow for easy style changes.
• Paper thickness: 170 gsm (65 lb) for a durable artwork.
• Paper finish: Semi-matte finish that highlights the colors with a subtle sheen and keeps the artwork in perfect condition.
• Environmental impact: Made with FSC-certified materials (or equivalent), supporting sustainable production.
• Assembly: The poster and poster strips are packed separately; simple assembly is required by the recipient.
• Available sizes: 6 sizes; in inches for the USA and Canada, and in centimeters for the rest of the world. Sizes may vary slightly by region.
• Packaging: Robust packaging ensures the poster and poster frame are delivered in perfect condition.
• Use: For indoor use.
• Printing and delivery: Printed and shipped on request with no minimum order.