Denmark Map Poster (1878) with Greenland, Faroe Islands & Iceland

This historic Denmark map poster brings Denmark, Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland together in a single nineteenth-century composition. Originally published in 1878, the map combines a detailed view of Denmark with separate inset maps of its North Atlantic connections, plus Bornholm.

Soft yellow, pink and green colouring, fine black lettering and a warm cream background give the print the character of an old school atlas. A thoughtful choice for anyone with Danish roots, an interest in Nordic geography or a fondness for maps that reward a closer look.

Denmark Map Poster with Greenland, Faroe Islands & Iceland

Look closely and familiar places appear under their historical names. Copenhagen is labelled “Kjøbenhavn”, while the inset maps carry the Danish names “Island”, “Grønland” and “Færøerne”. Coastlines, towns and regional names fill the composition, with parts of neighbouring Norway, Sweden and northern Germany visible around Denmark.

The inset maps are central to its appeal. They connect the Danish mainland and islands with the wider North Atlantic world, giving Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland their own place within the design.

For a home with connections across these places, the print offers a particularly personal piece of wall art. Hang it in a study, hallway or living room, or give it to someone whose family history crosses the North Sea and Atlantic.

About the Original Map

The Royal Danish Library catalogues the original as Danmark, published in Copenhagen in 1878. It describes a colour lithograph with inset maps of Iceland, Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Bornholm.

The catalogue also records the map in L. Both’s Skoleatlas, published by Immanuel Rée & Carl Friess in 1878, and identifies Axel E. Aamodt’s lithographic institute as the printer.

This is a reproduction of a historical map. Its place names, geographical presentation and boundaries reflect the period in which it was published.

Why Choose This Print?

• Denmark, Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland in one historical design
• Additional inset map of Bornholm
• Detailed nineteenth-century lettering and gently coloured regions
• A meaningful gift for Danish heritage families and Nordic map enthusiasts
• Six sizes for smaller spaces or a larger wall display
• Premium matte paper, 200 gsm / 80 lb, with a smooth, non-reflective finish
• Equally suited to a traditional study or a calm Scandinavian interior

Product Details

Available Sizes

Measurements refer to the poster size. Border proportions may vary between formats.

From the Library Catalogue

“Med bikort over Island, Grønland, Færøerne og Bornholm.”

Royal Danish Library catalogue description: “With inset maps of Iceland, Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Bornholm.”

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this Denmark map include Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland?

Yes. All three appear in separate inset maps alongside the main map of Denmark. Bornholm also has its own inset.

When was the original map published?

The Royal Danish Library dates this edition to 1878 and records it in connection with L. Both’s Skoleatlas from the same year.

Is this an original antique map?

This product is a reproduction poster of the historical map. The original was printed as a colour lithograph.

Are the names on the map in Danish?

Yes. The map retains historical Danish lettering and place names, including “Kjøbenhavn”, “Grønland” and “Færøerne”.

Is the map suitable as a Danish heritage gift?

Its combination of Denmark and the North Atlantic inset maps makes it a thoughtful choice for someone with connections to Denmark, Greenland, the Faroe Islands or Iceland.

Which size should I choose?

A4 and A3 suit smaller wall spaces and grouped displays. Larger formats give the fine lettering and inset maps more room and are a good choice if you want to study the details.

What paper is used?

The Denmark map poster is printed on premium matte paper weighing 200 gsm / 80 lb, with a smooth, non-reflective finish.

Explore Related Prints

Pair the map with our Danish Sayings poster, or explore another chapter of Danish history through the Dannevirke map of 1864.

Historical catalogue information: Royal Danish Library.