View over Borre Sø, Peder Mørk Mønsted, 1912

A luminous view of Borre Sø in Denmark’s Lake District, painted by Peder Mørk Mønsted in 1912. Calm water reflects the broad summer sky, while a narrow path winds through heather, grasses and sunlit hills. The wide composition brings the open landscape of central Jutland into the home.

• Art print of Peder Mørk Mønsted’s view across Borre Sø from 1912
• Danish lakescape with reflected clouds, heather-covered slopes and grazing sheep
• Printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper
• Available in 30 × 40, 40 × 50, 50 × 70 and 70 × 100 cm
• Made locally when ordered to reduce unnecessary production and transport
• Frame is not included
• Typical delivery time: 2–5 business days

Summer light over Borre Sø

The painting looks across Borre Sø from the area around Holten and Svejbæk towards Karoline Amalies Høj. Mønsted places the viewer on a narrow path above the water, surrounded by heather, wild grasses and low vegetation. Sheep graze on the slope, while the lake opens towards wooded hills and small islands.

The sky occupies much of the composition. Clouds, blue openings and warm sunlight are repeated in the water below, giving the landscape an unusual sense of space. Mønsted’s close observation of plants and reflections anchors the view in a recognisable Danish setting, while the winding path draws the eye deeper into the landscape.

Borre Sø lies near Sejs and Svejbæk between Brassø and Julsø, in the landscape shaped by the Gudenå River. You can read more about Borre Sø and the Danish Lake District at VisitAarhus.

“His Danish landscapes reveal a nuanced observation of nature and a strong feeling for changing conditions of light and colour.”

Source: Trap Danmark at Lex (translated from Danish).

Artwork details

Premium matte art paper

The artwork is printed on heavyweight 200 gsm matte paper with a smooth, non-reflective surface. The finish preserves the soft changes in the sky, the mirror-like water and the detailed vegetation without distracting glare.

FSC-certified or equivalent paper is used, depending on the production location. Each poster is made when ordered and produced close to the delivery destination where possible.

A Danish lakescape for the home

The long view across water and hills creates depth on the wall and works especially well in a living room, dining area, bedroom or home office. Its greens, soft blues and warm heather tones pair naturally with oak, linen and calm neutral colours.

Explore more works in our collection of Danish art prints, or pair it with A Summer Day by Peder Mørk Mønsted.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Borre Sø?

Borre Sø is situated near Sejs and Svejbæk in the Danish Lake District of Central Jutland. It lies between Brassø and Julsø and forms part of the Gudenå river system.

What does the painting depict?

The scene looks across Borre Sø towards wooded hills. A narrow path follows the heather-covered slope, where sheep graze above the water.

Who painted the original artwork?

Danish landscape painter Peder Mørk Mønsted created the original oil painting in 1912.

Is a frame included?

No. The poster is delivered without a frame, so you can choose a style that suits your interior.

Which sizes are available?

The poster is available in 30 × 40, 40 × 50, 50 × 70 and 70 × 100 cm.

What paper is used?

The artwork is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper with a smooth, non-reflective surface.