Edvard Petersen - Emigrants at Larsens Plads, 1890 | Danish Art Print | Scandinavian Wall Art | Vintage Nordic Poster

Edvard Petersen (1841–1911)

Copenhagen harbor, quiet hope, and a moment before departure.
Edvard Petersen’s Emigrants at Larsens Plads (1890) shows families gathered on the quay at Larsens Plads in Copenhagen, surrounded by luggage, masts, and crisp harbor light—right before the journey to new lives abroad.

Danish Scandinavian Art Print for Nordic Home Design

This Danish art print is a strong piece of Scandinavian wall art with a calm, documentary realism. It works beautifully in a living room, hallway, or home office—especially with light oak frames, linen textures, and neutral walls.

The motif is closely tied to the great wave of Danish emigration in the late 1800s. In the background, the emigrants are shown heading toward the steamship S/S “Danmark” connected to the Thingvalla line.

Where the original hangs: The original painting (Udvandrere på Larsens Plads, 1890) is part of ARoS Aarhus Kunstmuseum (Aarhus, Denmark).

“A turning point in Danish life… men, women, and children pause on the quay… before boarding for new worlds.”

Why people choose this poster

• A classic Danish realism scene with calm Nordic color tones
• Powerful story content (migration, family, departure) without feeling loud
• Great for Scandinavian design interiors and gallery walls
• A meaningful Denmark/Copenhagen motif for heritage and travel lovers

Product details

• Artwork: Emigrants at Larsens Plads (1890)
• Artist: Edvard Petersen (Danish painter) From Lex.dk
• Place depicted: Larsens Plads, Copenhagen
• Original location: ARoS Aarhus Kunstmuseum

Paper + production (store standard)

• Printed only when you order
• Matte paper (200 gsm, 0.26 mm), FSC-certified or equivalent for a refined, non-reflective finish
• Local production across the USA, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Brazil to reduce shipping distance and emissions

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