A Wounded Danish Soldier, Elisabeth Jerichau Baumann, 1865

A deeply human portrayal of war, care and vulnerability. Elisabeth Jerichau Baumann’s A Wounded Danish Soldier from 1865 turns away from heroic battlefield imagery and focuses instead on a wounded soldier recovering in a quiet domestic setting. This Danish art print brings history, emotional depth and warm, muted colours into the home.

• Five sizes: Available from 30 × 40 cm to 70 × 100 cm.
• Premium matte paper: 200 gsm paper with a refined, non-reflective surface.
• Made when ordered: Printed locally to help reduce unnecessary production and transport.
• Responsible paper: FSC-certified or equivalent paper, depending on the local production partner.
• Typical delivery: 2–5 business days.
• Frame: Not included.

A quiet perspective on the war of 1864

Painted one year after Denmark’s defeat by Prussia and Austria in the Second Schleswig War, the work presents a wounded soldier far removed from the battlefield. His uniform hangs beside the window while a young woman reads to him. Their meeting hands and the carefully observed domestic details shift the focus from military heroism to care, uncertainty and recovery.

Elisabeth Jerichau Baumann was one of relatively few women to establish an international artistic career during the 19th century. In this painting, she offers an alternative to the patriotic and triumphant representations of soldiers that were common during the period.

“Great tenderness, strength, but also vulnerability.”

Source: SMK Connect, translated from Danish

Artwork details

Premium matte art print

The artwork is reproduced on heavyweight 200 gsm matte paper with a thickness of approximately 0.26 mm. The non-reflective finish preserves the painting’s subdued colours and intimate details while making it suitable for living rooms, bedrooms, studies and thoughtfully curated gallery walls.

Each poster is made when ordered and produced as close to the delivery address as possible. The poster is supplied without a frame, allowing you to select a frame that suits your own interior.

Explore more historical works in our collection of Danish art prints, or discover Christen Købke’s peaceful View of Sortedam Lake.

Frequently asked questions

What does the painting depict?

The painting shows a Danish soldier recovering after being wounded during the war of 1864. A young woman sits beside him and reads while their hands meet, creating a scene centred on care and vulnerability.

Is this poster sold with a frame?

No. The product includes the art print only, so you can choose a frame that matches your home and preferred style.

What paper is used?

The artwork is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper with a non-reflective surface. FSC-certified or equivalent paper is used depending on the local production location.

How quickly will my poster arrive?

Typical delivery is 2–5 business days. Delivery time can vary slightly depending on destination and production location.