Peder Mørk Mønsted: A Spring Day in the Forest at Sæby Å (Stream) - print art

Fresh spring light, mirrored water, and the quiet depth of a Danish forest.
In A Spring Day in the Forest at Sæby Å (Stream), Peder Mørk Mønsted turns a woodland river scene into something both precise and atmospheric. The painting is dated 1896, executed in oil on canvas, and measures 90 × 152 cm.

Danish Art Print for Scandinavian and Nordic Design

This Danish art print is a beautiful match for Scandinavian and Nordic design interiors. The long horizontal format, soft spring greens, and calm reflections make it ideal above a sofa, bed, sideboard, or dining table. It brings nature indoors without overwhelming the room.

Mønsted was admired for his detailed naturalism and his ability to paint light on water, leaves, and sky with remarkable clarity. In this work, the forest feels still but alive, with sunlight filtering through branches and opening the scene in a way that suits calm, timeless interiors.

Where the original hangs: I could confirm the artwork’s title, date, medium, dimensions, and auction history, but I could not verify a current public museum location for this exact work. Available records show it was sold at Bruun Rasmussen Auctions on 27 November 2018.

“A spring day in the forest at Sæby Å (stream).” — Wikimedia Commons artwork record

Why people choose this poster

• A serene Danish landscape with water, trees, and spring light

• Ideal for Scandinavian wall art and quiet Nordic interiors

• Strong horizontal composition for large walls

• Detailed, naturalistic painting with timeless atmosphere

• A refined choice for living rooms, hallways, bedrooms, and offices

Product details

English title: A Spring Day in the Forest at Sæby Å (Stream)

Danish title: En forårsdag i skoven ved Sæby Å

Artist: Peder Mørk Mønsted (1859–1941)

Year: 1896

Medium: Oil on canvas

Original dimensions: 90 × 152 cm

Known history: Sold at Bruun Rasmussen Auctions on November 27, 2018

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