1033-006-"Halvdan Svarte drowns in Røykenvik" - Classic poster on matte paper with metal frame

Product description

Drawn by: Erik Werenskiold, 1899

About the illustration:

"Halfdan the Black, father of Harald Fairhair, was a powerful petty king who ruled over large parts of Eastern Norway. One winter, he was a guest at Helga the Hair-prude's farm, Hermanrud, west of Randsfjorden. Helga, daughter of chieftain Dag the Frode of Tingelstad, was known as a proud and powerful woman in Hadeland. When Halfdan continued on with his retinue, he chose to take the path over the ice. The sun had thawed the surface, and near Røykenvik, livestock had been watered so that manure and warmth weakened the ice. As the king and his retinue passed, it broke. Horses and men plunged into the icy water—some clung to the sleds, others were dragged down by panicked animals. Halfdan disappeared and drowned. When the body was brought to Ringerike, nobles from Romerike, Vestfold, and Hedmark all wished to bury him in mounds to gain luck and good years. The solution was to divide the body into four: the head was buried in a mound at Stein in Ringerike, the rest distributed, and all the mounds were named Halvdanshauger. The picture shows the drama as the ice breaks—men and horses fight for their lives. 

Product description:

Our durable and elegant aluminum frame stands out with a sleek finish. The poster is printed on a thinner, uncoated classic matte paper. This is the perfect choice that will withstand the test of time.

The poster and frame are packed separately in a box, and assembly must be done by the recipient. It is easy to put them together – no expertise is needed, and a hanging set is included.

 Features:

• Frame material: Durable aluminum.
• Frame color: Black.
• Frame dimensions: Approx. 20 mm (0.8") deep, 10 mm (0.4") wide to balance durability and style.
• Paper thickness: 170 gsm (65 lb) for a solid base that highlights colors and details.
• Paper finish: Uncoated classic matte, smooth white finish with a timeless look.
• Protection: The poster is protected by shatterproof plexiglass.
• Environmental impact: Made with FSC-certified materials (or equivalent), supporting sustainable production.
• Hanging set: Includes equipment for easy hanging in portrait or landscape orientation. Simple assembly required by the recipient, but no prior knowledge needed.
• 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: The poster and frame are shipped separately in one box with sturdy packaging to ensure safe delivery.
• Use: For indoor use.
• Printing and delivery: Printed and shipped on request with no minimum order.