Take along a book (1910) camping poster by Magnus Norstad

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Take Along a Book — Camping poster (1910)

Canvas tent, pine silhouettes, and a quiet page by firelight. This vintage camping poster by Magnus Norstad pairs the call of the outdoors with the pleasure of reading—bold shapes, clean lettering, and a warmly nostalgic palette that lights up any room.

Why it captivates

Outdoors & imagination — wilderness calm meets the transport of a good book.
Graphic clarity — strong silhouettes and crisp typography read beautifully at scale.
Warm vintage palette — campfire ambers, forest greens, and night-sky blues.
Poster-age charm — early 20th-century design with friendly, persuasive tone.
Conversation starter — books, travel, and design history in one image.
Statement artwork — uplifting focal point for living rooms, studies, and reading nooks.

What you’ll see

A camp scene set with tent and trees; a figure absorbed in a book by lamplight or ember glow; concise lettering delivering the gentle imperative to pack a story along with your gear. Up close: tidy linework and period type. From a step back: a calm, inviting tableau.

A richer historical frame

Printed in 1910, this poster reflects the golden age of early 20th-century graphic art, when travel, education, and public-spirited messages were delivered through bold, simplified forms. Norstad’s design links the era’s enthusiasm for fresh air and camping with a timeless love of reading.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp linework, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and crisp typography.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

534 × 841 mm (approx. 21.02 × 33.11 in)

Orientation: Portrait
Aspect ratio: ~0.635 : 1
Nearest standard frame: A1 portrait (594 × 841 mm) with a custom mat
Framing tips:
- Classic look: cut the mat window to ~530 × 837 mm to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.
- Contemporary look: float-mount in an A1 frame for a tall, elegant reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Feature	Details
Title	Take Along a Book — Camping poster
Painted/Date	1910
Historical Context	Early 20th-century poster art promoting reading and the outdoor movement
Commission	Promotional poster (no formal institutional commission recorded)
Print Size	534 mm (W) × 841 mm (H)
Available Finishes	Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails
Paper Weight	160 gsm archival matte
Laminate	2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation)
Canvas Weight	395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas
Inks	Pigment-based, fade-resistant
Optional Hang Rails	Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days)
Origin	Printed in Australia

Who it’s for

Campers & book lovers alike
Design enthusiasts drawn to vintage posters
Collectors & stylists curating warm, uplifting interiors
Gift-givers celebrating new homes, studies, and reading spaces

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Pack a story for every journey—order your fine-art print of Take Along a Book today.