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KDS - Before (Poster) One sheet original vintage travel poster advertises the "Norgesruten" ferry service operated by the Norwegian shipping company Kristiansands Dampskibsselskap (KDS). [1] (https://www.posterteam.com/content/2471/Norgesruten-Hirtshals-Kristiansand-5-timer)Poster Details & Historical ContextThe Route: The poster promotes a fast sea shortcut connecting Denmark (Hirtshals) and Norway (Kristiansand and Arendal). Travel Time: It proudly highlights a rapid crossing of only 4½ hours, which was highly competitive for mid-century maritime travel.The Vessel: The center of the poster features a detailed illustration of the MS Skagen, a recognizable motor vessel that served this specific route.Visual Design: The artwork utilizes a bold, dynamic graphic style where stylized flags of Denmark and Norway twist into arrows, framing maps of the respective countries to emphasize a fast and direct connection.