Ludvig Holberg Collection

Ludvig Holberg's "Erasmus Montanus", act III, scene 3, 1844. Creator: Wilhelm Marstrand
Ludvig Holberg's "Erasmus Montanus", act III, scene 3, 1844

Holberg greets Jacob von Thyboe and Jean de France, 1825-1873. Creator: Wilhelm Marstrand
Holberg greets Jacob von Thyboe and Jean de France, 1825-1873. (Holberg gar af vejen for Jacob von Thyboe og Jean de France)

Scene from Ludwig Holberg's The Lying-in Room, 1845. Creator: Wilhelm Marstrand
Scene from Ludwig Holberg's The Lying-in Room, 1845

Collegium Politicum. From Ludvig Holberg's The Political Tinker, Act I, Scene 2. 1850-1851

The Maternity Ward, Act III, Scene 6; Holberg Gallery, 1810. Creator: Christian August Lorentzen
The Maternity Ward, Act III, Scene 6; Holberg Gallery. Scenes from Ludvig Holberg's comedies, 1810

Masquerade. Intermedium; Holberg Gallery. Scenes from Ludvig Holberg's comedies, 1813

Julestuen (The Christmas Party)...Holberg Gallery. Scenes from Ludvig Holberg's comedies, 1814
Julestuen (The Christmas Party), 13. scene; Holberg Gallery. Scenes from Ludvig Holberg's comedies, 1814

From Ludvig Holberg's "Jean de France", Act 1, Scene 6, 1812. Creator: CW Eckersberg
From Ludvig Holberg's "Jean de France", Act 1, Scene 6, 1812

The Triumph of a Potuan, whose Reform Proposal has been Approved, 1785-1787. Creator: Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard
The Triumph of a Potuan, whose Reform Proposal has been Approved;Episode from Ludvig Holberg: A Journey to the World Underground. By Nicholas Klimius, 1785-1787

The Prayers of the Potuans at the Feast of the Unfathomable God, 1785-1786. Creator: Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard
The Prayers of the Potuans at the Feast of the Unfathomable God, 1785-1786

The Potuans are Surprised to see Niels Klim Genuflect in front of the Wise Prince. 1785-1787

The Journey of Niels Klim to the World Underground, 1785-1786. Creator: Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard
The Journey of Niels Klim to the World Underground, 1785-1786

The Doctor´s Wife Reveals her Husband´s Intention of Anatomising Niels Klim, 1785-1787

Niels Klim thinks he hears the Deacon when he is awakened by a Bull, 1785-1787. Creator: Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard
Niels Klim thinks he hears the Deacon when he is awakened by a Bull, 1785-1787

Niels Klim Receives the Homage of the Quamites, 1785-1789. Creator: Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard
Niels Klim Receives the Homage of the Quamites.;Episode from Ludvig Holberg: A Journey to the World Underground. By Nicholas Klimius, 1785-1789

From Ludvig Holbergs´s The Journey of Niels Klim to The World Underground, 1785-1787

Ludvig Holberg Attending a Rehearsal of his Play Erasmus Montanus, Act IV, Scene 2, 1888. Creator: Lorenz Frolich
Ludvig Holberg Attending a Rehearsal of his Play Erasmus Montanus, Act IV, Scene 2, 1888

Ludvig Holberg's "Jeppe pa Bjerget", act III, scene 3, 1811. Creator: CW Eckersberg
Ludvig Holberg's "Jeppe pa Bjerget", act III, scene 3, 1811. Jeppe pa bjerget (Jeppe on the Hill; Or, The Transformed Peasant in English), was a comedy by Ludvig Holberg

Jacob von Thyboe, V. akt, 11. scene;Holberg Gallerie. Scener fra Ludvig Holbergs komedier, 1810

Holberg attends a rehearsal of "Erasmus Montanus", 1892. Creator: Vilhelm Rosenstand
Holberg attends a rehearsal of "Erasmus Montanus", 1892. Satirical play about academic snobbery set, written by Ludvig Holberg in 1722

Ulysses von Ithacia, Act II, Scene 9; Holberg Gallery, 1761-1828. Creator: Christian August Lorentzen
Ulysses von Ithacia, Act II, Scene 9; Holberg Gallery. Scenes from Ludvig Holberg's comedies, 1761-1828

Ludvig Holberg's "Den Stundeslose", act I, scene 6, 1825-1873. Creator: Wilhelm Marstrand
Ludvig Holberg's "Den Stundeslose", act I, scene 6, 1825-1873. Den stundeslose (The Fidget in English) was a satirical play published by Ludvig Holberg in 1723

Niels Klim Attends the Sentencing of the Deceased Potuan Prince. 1785-1787. Creator: Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard
Niels Klim Attends the Sentencing of the Deceased Potuan Prince. 1785-1787

The statue of Ludvig Holberg, born in Bergen during the time of the Dano-Norwegian double monarchy (18th century). He is considered the founder of modern Norwegian literature. Bergen, Norway

Illustrations, from the "Jubilee Edition"of Holbergs Plays, published by E Bojesen, of Copenhagen
1622963 Illustrations, from the " Jubilee Edition" of Holbergs Plays, published by E Bojesen, of Copenhagen, for the Holberg Jubilee Festival (engraving) by Tegner

Ludvig Holberg, Danish-Norwegian playwright, philosopher and historian (litho)
5208244 Ludvig Holberg, Danish-Norwegian playwright, philosopher and historian (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ludvig Holberg (1684-1754)

The Holberg Festival at Copenhagen (engraving)
1622974 The Holberg Festival at Copenhagen (engraving) by Tegner, Hans (1853-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Holberg Festival at Copenhagen)

Title page of Danish-Norwegian playwright, philosopher and historian Ludvig Holbergs Comedies, 1723 (litho)
5208233 Title page of Danish-Norwegian playwright, philosopher and historian Ludvig Holbergs Comedies, 1723 (litho) by German School

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Ludvig Holberg was a prominent Danish-Norwegian writer, philosopher, and historian who played a significant role in shaping Scandinavian literature and culture during the 18th century. Known as the "Father of Danish Literature," Holberg's works encompassed a wide range of genres including comedy, satire, and moral philosophy. His most famous plays such as "Jeppe on the Hill" and "Erasmus Montanus" are still performed today and continue to captivate audiences with their wit and social commentary. Holberg's influence extended beyond his literary achievements; he also made important contributions to education and academia by establishing the University of Copenhagen's first professorship in natural law. As a staunch advocate for intellectual freedom and rational thought, Holberg challenged prevailing societal norms through his writings, often using humor as a tool to critique hypocrisy and ignorance. Despite facing criticism from conservative forces during his lifetime, Ludvig Holberg's legacy endures as a beacon of enlightenment values in Scandinavian culture. His enduring impact on literature, philosophy, and education continues to inspire generations of thinkers seeking to challenge conventional wisdom and promote critical thinking.