And Riis was no exception, coming from Denmark’s heartland: Jutland. Near Jutland’s harsh and sandy west coast is Ribe, a small town that dates back to the Viking ages—Riis' hometown.

Object Details author Riis, Jacob A (Jacob August)) 1849-1914 Author Museum of the City of New York Subject Riis, Jacob A (Jacob August) 1849-1914 Photograph collections Museum of the City of New York ...