Winter Day in Charlottenlund Forest, Peder Mørk Mønsted, 1918

Low winter sunlight breaks through the trees of Charlottenlund Forest in this Danish landscape painted by Peder Mørk Mønsted in 1918. Snow covers the woodland path, while bare trunks and long blue-grey shadows frame the warm light beyond. The contrast between the cold forest floor and the golden sun gives the painting its distinctive atmosphere.

• Art print of Peder Mørk Mønsted’s Winter Day in Charlottenlund Forest
• Painted in Denmark in 1918
• Winter landscape with snow, bare woodland and low sunlight
• 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

Winter sunlight beneath the trees

Mønsted places the viewer directly on a snow-covered route through the forest. Tracks and footprints cross the foreground before disappearing among the trees. The low sun is partly concealed behind a large trunk, allowing its warm light to spread through the branches and across the snow.

The scene is built from contrasts. Dark trunks stand against pale snow, cool shadows meet yellow sunlight, and the tightly grouped trees open towards a brighter space in the distance. Small changes in colour prevent the snow from appearing uniformly white. Cream, pale blue, violet and reflected gold give the surface depth.

Charlottenlund Forest near Copenhagen

Charlottenlund Forest lies north of Copenhagen in Gentofte. The woodland was once part of Ibstrup Deer Park, established by King Christian IV in 1622. In 1730, King Christian VI gave the forest to his sister Charlotte Amalie, whose name it has carried ever since.

“Until about 1825, the area was an open oak woodland, particularly known for its rich plant life.”

Source: Trap Danmark at Lex, Denmark’s National Encyclopedia (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. This finish preserves the subtle colours in the snow and the warm glow between the trees 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.

Danish winter art for the home

The warm sunlight keeps this winter landscape from feeling cold or austere. It suits a living room, bedroom, hallway or reading corner and pairs naturally with oak, wool, linen and muted interior colours.

Explore more historical works in our collection of Danish art prints, or pair it with View over Borre Sø by Peder Mørk Mønsted.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Charlottenlund Forest?

Charlottenlund Forest is located in Gentofte, north of central Copenhagen. It surrounds Charlottenlund Palace and is also known locally as Lunden.

When was the original painting created?

Peder Mørk Mønsted painted the work in 1918 and signed and dated it in the lower-right corner.

What does the painting depict?

It shows a snow-covered route through Charlottenlund Forest, with bare trees, footprints and low sunlight filtering between the trunks.

Is a frame included?

No. The poster is delivered without a frame, allowing you to select a frame 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 finish.