Hofskomager P.R. Schmidts Enke, reklameplakat 1855

This 1855 advertisement poster, "Hofskomaker P.R. Schmidts Enke," is a fine example of 19th-century commercial art in Denmark. The anonymous artist depicted a multi-story building in a bustling street scene, showcasing P.R. Schmidt's Enke, a shoemaker's shop, in Copenhagen. The poster is framed by ornate floral embellishments, adding a decorative touch to the piece, and highlighting the store's address and name. The poster, currently housed in the SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst, provides insight into the visual culture of the time and the business practices of the period.