An exploration of the development of the art scene, its socio-political context, and the role of the fine arts in nineteenth-century Nordic society
This book captures for the first time the full story of Nordic art and its corresponding way of life from 1820 to 1920. Amply illustrated, this publication discusses a wide range of artists, regardless of gender, and how they related to the European art scene. The authors convey the essence of Nordic art by providing insight into the history of public and private collections, art education, artists’ communities, the role of children’s books illustrations, and the identity of emerging national states in Finland, Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. A selection of themes are reviewed, including living with nature, everyday life, artists’ portraits, family life, cityscapes, and Nordic mythology. The publication is edited by two experienced museum professionals from Finland and Sweden, who have published widely on the subject and curated numerous international exhibitions. Contributors include leading experts from all Nordic countries, as well as the UK. Distributed for Mercatorfonds Exhibition Schedule:TBD
Author: Susanna Pettersson
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Mercatorfonds
Published: 01/07/2025
Pages: 320
Weight: 3.3lbs
Size: 10.30h x 8.40w x 1.30d
ISBN: 9780300276275
Language: English
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