{"product_id":"denmark-map-1878-greenland-faroe-islands-iceland","title":"Denmark Map Poster (1878) with Greenland, Faroe Islands \u0026 Iceland","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis historic \u003cstrong\u003eDenmark map poster\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDenmark Map Poster with Greenland, Faroe Islands \u0026amp; Iceland\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Original Map\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Danish Library catalogues the original as \u003cem\u003eDanmark\u003c\/em\u003e, published in Copenhagen in 1878. It describes a colour lithograph with inset maps of Iceland, Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Bornholm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe catalogue also records the map in L. Both’s \u003cem\u003eSkoleatlas\u003c\/em\u003e, published by Immanuel Rée \u0026amp; Carl Friess in 1878, and identifies Axel E. Aamodt’s lithographic institute as the printer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a reproduction of a historical map. Its place names, geographical presentation and boundaries reflect the period in which it was published.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Print?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDenmark, Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland in one historical design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional inset map of Bornholm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed nineteenth-century lettering and gently coloured regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA meaningful gift for Danish heritage families and Nordic map enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix sizes for smaller spaces or a larger wall display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium matte paper, 200 gsm \/ 80 lb, with a smooth, non-reflective finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEqually suited to a traditional study or a calm Scandinavian interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHistorical map reproduction poster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal title\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDanmark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal publication date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1878\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain subject\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDenmark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInset maps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreenland, Faroe Islands, Iceland and Bornholm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal technique\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour lithography\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication place\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCopenhagen, Denmark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRée \u0026amp; Friess’ Forlag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal printer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAxel E. Aamodt’s lithographic institute\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAtlas reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL. Both’s Skoleatlas, 1878\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal language\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDanish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium matte paper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaper weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 gsm \/ 80 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth, non-reflective\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHistorical source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoyal Danish Library\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize in centimetres\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApproximate size in inches\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 × 29.7 cm, A4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.3 × 11.7″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29.7 × 42 cm, A3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.7 × 16.5″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42 × 59.4 cm, A2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.5 × 23.4″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 × 70 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19.7 × 27.6″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 × 90 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23.6 × 35.4″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 × 100 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27.6 × 39.4″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements refer to the poster size. Border proportions may vary between formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom the Library Catalogue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Med bikort over Island, Grønland, Færøerne og Bornholm.”\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoyal Danish Library catalogue description: “With inset maps of Iceland, Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Bornholm.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this Denmark map include Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. All three appear in separate inset maps alongside the main map of Denmark. Bornholm also has its own inset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen was the original map published?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Danish Library dates this edition to 1878 and records it in connection with L. Both’s \u003cem\u003eSkoleatlas\u003c\/em\u003e from the same year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this an original antique map?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is a reproduction poster of the historical map. The original was printed as a colour lithograph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the names on the map in Danish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The map retains historical Danish lettering and place names, including “Kjøbenhavn”, “Grønland” and “Færøerne”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the map suitable as a Danish heritage gift?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich size should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA4 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat paper is used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Denmark map poster is printed on premium matte paper weighing 200 gsm \/ 80 lb, with a smooth, non-reflective finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Related Prints\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair the map with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/danish-sayings-poster-scandinavian-language-print\"\u003eDanish Sayings poster\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore another chapter of Danish history through the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kart-over-dannevirkestillingen\"\u003eDannevirke map of 1864\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistorical catalogue information: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalesamlinger.kb.dk\/maps\/kortsa\/2012\/jul\/kortatlas\/object69411\/da\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRoyal Danish Library\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hygge by Scandinavia","offers":[{"title":"21x29.7 cm \/ 8x12\"","offer_id":62843469201795,"sku":"087ff29a-1874-4206-990d-b8af98d09c0f","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (29.7 x 42  cm)","offer_id":62843469234563,"sku":"0cd32839-51c0-489b-904f-03e20a6f6996","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A2 (42 x 59.4  cm)","offer_id":62843469267331,"sku":"d06adaf6-e72a-4cfb-91a5-d7ae486a622a","price":37.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50x70 cm \/ 20x28″","offer_id":62843469300099,"sku":"4f087f23-05e3-43ab-a98e-02bb00a0612a","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60x90 cm \/ 24x36″","offer_id":62843469332867,"sku":"a33ab84c-3e50-491e-a1b9-12cfb2d2c152","price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"70x100 cm \/ 28x40″","offer_id":62843469365635,"sku":"33b7c4aa-7b47-4e3c-8604-6f4722194012","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/8640\/8323\/files\/denmark-map-1878-greenland-faroe-islands-iceland-70x100.webp?v=1792191045","url":"https:\/\/hyggebyscandinavia.com\/products\/denmark-map-1878-greenland-faroe-islands-iceland","provider":"Hygge by Scandinavia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}