1034-006-"Halvdan Svarte drowns in Røykenvik" - Premium poster in semi-matte paper with metal frame

Product Description

Drawn by: Erik Werenskiold, 1899

About the illustration:

"Halvdan Svarte, 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 Wise of Tingelstad, was known as a proud and powerful woman in Hadeland. When Halvdan continued with his retinue, he chose to take the route over the ice. The sun had thawed the surface, and near Røykenvik the livestock had been watered so that manure and warmth weakened the ice. When the king and his retinue passed, it broke. Horses and men plunged into the ice-cold water; some clung to the sleds, others were dragged down by panicked animals. Halvdan disappeared and drowned. When the body was brought to Ringerike, chieftains 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. Create designs that stand out with better colors and a subtle sheen on thick, premium semi-matte paper. The finish also adds a protective layer, preventing the poster from fading over time due to exposure to light or moisture.

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 kit 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: 200 gsm (80 lb) for a lightweight and durable image.
• Paper finish: Semi-matte for enhanced colors and protection against fading.
• Protection: The poster is protected by shatterproof plexiglass.
• Environmental impact: Made with FSC-certified materials (or equivalent), supporting sustainable production.
• Hanging kit: Includes equipment for easy hanging in portrait or landscape orientation; simple assembly required by the recipient (no expertise 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 demand with no minimum order.