Artist words
"Terje Vigen is a poem written by the Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen in 1877. The poem tells the story of a fisherman named Terje Vigen who lives in a small coastal village in Norway. The poem is considered one of Ibsen's most significant works and is a classic example of Norwegian literature. The poem begins by describing the idyllic life of Terje Vigen and his village. Terje is a hardworking fisherman who lives with his wife and children in a small cottage by the sea. He spends his days fishing and tending to his garden, and is well respected by his fellow villagers. However, Terje's life is turned upside down when the village is blockaded by the British navy during the Napoleonic Wars. The blockade cuts off the village's food supply, and Terje's family and friends begin to suffer from hunger and starvation. Desperate to provide for his family, Terje sets out to sea in his small boat to try and break the blockade. Despite the danger, he manages to slip past the British ships and return to the village with food for his loved ones. The poem then shifts focus to the larger political and societal issues at play. The blockade, and Terje's actions to break it, are seen as a metaphor for the struggle for freedom and independence. The poem highlights the human cost of war and the sacrifices that must be made for the greater good. Overall, "Terje Vigen" is a powerful and moving work that explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the human cost of war. It is a classic example of Norwegian literature and continues to be widely read and studied today. A great storyline, art done digital with AI"
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Art Print "Terje Vigen" by Johan Olaf Tonnevold. Available in different sizes as poster or framed Fine Art Print. Coupled with a frame makes this artwork truly stand out in your own personal art gallery!
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By Johan Olaf TonnevoldOver 100 000 happy customers!
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Artist words
"Terje Vigen is a poem written by the Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen in 1877. The poem tells the story of a fisherman named Terje Vigen who lives in a small coastal village in Norway. The poem is considered one of Ibsen's most significant works and is a classic example of Norwegian literature. The poem begins by describing the idyllic life of Terje Vigen and his village. Terje is a hardworking fisherman who lives with his wife and children in a small cottage by the sea. He spends his days fishing and tending to his garden, and is well respected by his fellow villagers. However, Terje's life is turned upside down when the village is blockaded by the British navy during the Napoleonic Wars. The blockade cuts off the village's food supply, and Terje's family and friends begin to suffer from hunger and starvation. Desperate to provide for his family, Terje sets out to sea in his small boat to try and break the blockade. Despite the danger, he manages to slip past the British ships and return to the village with food for his loved ones. The poem then shifts focus to the larger political and societal issues at play. The blockade, and Terje's actions to break it, are seen as a metaphor for the struggle for freedom and independence. The poem highlights the human cost of war and the sacrifices that must be made for the greater good. Overall, "Terje Vigen" is a powerful and moving work that explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the human cost of war. It is a classic example of Norwegian literature and continues to be widely read and studied today. A great storyline, art done digital with AI"
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Art Print "Terje Vigen" by Johan Olaf Tonnevold. Available in different sizes as poster or framed Fine Art Print. Coupled with a frame makes this artwork truly stand out in your own personal art gallery!
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