NL/93 - Vikten Strand, Lofoten Islands, Norway

NL/93 - Vikten Strand, Lofoten Islands, Norway
€44.00

When ordering a Classic Matte Paper or Classic Semi-Glossy Paper Wooden Framed Poster, you can choose from four frame colors: White, Natural, Dark, or Black.

When ordering a Wooden Framed Canvas print, you can choose from three frame colors: Natural, Dark, or Black.

When ordering a canvas print (not framed), you can choose how the edges (borders) are finished. White Wrap: the sides of the canvas remain white. Mirror Wrap: the last 2 cm on each edge of the image are mirrored and printed on the sides of the canvas.

'Landscape & Local Story'

 

Vikten Strand 📍, on the island of Flakstadøya in the Lofoten archipelago, is a secluded stretch of coastline where dramatic mountains meet the restless Norwegian Sea. Unlike the more famous white-sand beaches of Lofoten, Vikten’s shore is wild and rugged, marked by smooth stones polished by waves and wind. The surrounding peaks rise steeply from the coast, creating a striking contrast between dark cliffs and the ever-changing colors of the ocean. It is a place of solitude, where the sound of crashing surf and the cries of seabirds dominate the air, making it a perfect stop for those seeking the untamed beauty of the Arctic.

'...Vikten is also known for its tradition of glass art: the Glasshytta Vikten glassblowing studio has stood for decades at the edge of the sea, where artisans draw inspiration from the elements around them, fire, sand, and wind, to create works of shimmering color. Local stories tell of trolls once roaming the beaches, their spirits said to linger in the unusual rock formations along the strand. Whether through its natural drama, its artistic heritage, or its folklore, Vikten Strand embodies the blend of culture and wilderness that makes the Lofoten Islands so unforgettable...'