Skibe i sundet 1891

Carl Locher created this etching, titled "Ships in the Sound," sometime between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It depicts sailing ships navigating the Øresund, the body of water between Denmark and Sweden. Locher’s detailed rendering speaks to the importance of maritime activity for Denmark, a nation historically reliant on naval power and trade. The image itself is interesting; it's not a painting, but a print. This would have made it more accessible to the general public. We also notice the artist's signature. This suggests that artists were beginning to understand the importance of self-promotion and recognition. Understanding this artwork requires researching Denmark’s maritime history, the economics of naval trade in the region, and how artists sought to represent this important aspect of Danish society and culture.