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Yggdrasil Poster | Norse World Tree – Oluf Olufsen Bagge
Yggdrasil Poster | Norse World Tree – Oluf Olufsen Bagge
This Yggdrasil poster presents the world tree of Norse mythology in a historical illustration credited to the Danish engraver Oluf Olufsen Bagge. A branching tree, a circular landscape and a rainbow form a compact vision of the cosmos, reproduced here on a white background without the old printed caption.
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This Yggdrasil poster presents the world tree of Norse mythology in a historical illustration credited to the Danish engraver Oluf Olufsen Bagge. A branching tree, a circular landscape and a rainbow form a compact vision of the cosmos, reproduced here on a white background without the old printed caption.
Yggdrasil Poster: The Norse World Tree
The image rewards a closer look. The trunk runs down through the layered composition, linking the landscape above with the branching forms beneath. Muted green, ochre and soft grey colours give the illustration an old-book character, while the white background leaves breathing space around it. Hang this Yggdrasil poster in a study, reading corner or living room, or choose it as a gift for someone interested in Scandinavian roots and Norse stories.
The Illustration and Its Publication
The image is associated with the 1847 edition of Northern Antiquities, which includes an English version of the Prose Edda. It is credited to Oluf Olufsen Bagge (1780–1836). The date 1847 refers to the publication, after Bagge’s lifetime; it should not be read as a claim that he created the image that year.
Yggdrasil is the world tree in Norse mythology. This poster offers a nineteenth-century visual interpretation of that tradition. It is a historical book illustration reproduced as modern wall art, rather than a surviving Viking Age image or a definitive diagram of the myths.
Why Choose This Yggdrasil Print?
- Norse mythology through a historical world-tree illustration
- Credited to Danish engraver Oluf Olufsen Bagge
- White background with the old printed caption removed
- Five sizes, from 30 × 40 to 70 × 100 cm
- Premium matte paper, 200 gsm, with a smooth, non-reflective finish
Product Details
| Product | Art reproduction poster |
|---|---|
| Subject | Yggdrasil, the world tree of Norse mythology |
| Credited artist | Oluf Olufsen Bagge |
| Artist’s lifespan | 1780–1836 |
| Publication context | Northern Antiquities, including the Prose Edda |
| Publication year | 1847 |
| Historical caption | Yggdrasil, The Mundane Tree |
| Current presentation | White background; original printed caption omitted |
| Paper | Premium matte paper, 200 gsm |
| Frame | Not included |
| Production | Made when you order; locally printed where possible |
| Typical delivery | Normally 2–5 business days |
Available Sizes
| Centimetres | Approximate inches |
|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm | 12 × 16″ |
| 40 × 50 cm | 16 × 20″ |
| 50 × 70 cm | 20 × 28″ |
| 60 × 90 cm | 24 × 36″ |
| 70 × 100 cm | 28 × 40″ |
Measurements refer to the full poster. The space around the illustration may vary between formats. Larger sizes make the smaller visual details easier to explore.
The Historical Caption
“Yggdrasil, The Mundane Tree”
Caption of the plate associated with Northern Antiquities (1847). The current poster omits this text.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yggdrasil?
Yggdrasil is the world tree in Norse mythology. The illustration presents an artist’s visual interpretation of the mythological cosmos.
Who is credited with the illustration?
The image is credited to the Danish engraver Oluf Olufsen Bagge (1780–1836).
Why does the page mention 1847?
1847 is the publication year of the Northern Antiquities edition associated with the illustration. Bagge died in 1836, so it is not presented as its creation date.
Is this an image from the Viking Age?
It is a nineteenth-century illustration inspired by Norse mythology, reproduced as a modern poster.
Does the poster include the historical caption?
No. This version has a white background and omits the old text beneath the illustration.
What paper and sizes are available?
The poster is printed on 200 gsm premium matte paper in five sizes, from 30 × 40 to 70 × 100 cm. A frame is not included.
Explore More Nordic Stories
Pair this Yggdrasil poster with our Viking Words in English poster, or explore more Norse mythology prints.
Learn about Yggdrasil: Store norske leksikon. Publication catalogue: Wellcome Collection, Northern Antiquities (1847).
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