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One sheet rare original vintage poster for the 1914 Jubilee Exhibition in Kristiania (modern-day Oslo), Norway.
Designed by Norwegian artist Brynjulf Larsson (1881–1920), the poster was created in several languages—the version you have is in German, while others were printed in Norwegian.
Exhibition Highlights
Purpose: The event celebrated the centenary of the Norwegian Constitution signed at Eidsvoll in 1814.
Dates: It ran from May 15 to October 11, 1914, attracting over 1.5 million visitors.
Locations: The main site was Frogner Manor (now Frogner Park), with a specialized maritime division at Skarpsno.
Significance: It was a major cultural and industrial showcase for the young nation, emphasizing national culture and progress just before the outbreak of World War I.
Artistic Elements
Larsson's design is known for its strong, lyrical composition. It features:
Industrial Imagery: A silhouetted crane and gear represent modern industry.
Maritime Heritage: A stylized lighthouse and a sailboat with ochre sails honor Norway's seafaring tradition.
Natural Landscape: Pine trees and a watercolor-style sky frame the industrial elements, balancing modern progress with natural heritage. |
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