Who painted Portrait of Painter Peder Severin Kröyer?

Portrait of Painter Peder Severin Kröyer was painted by Laurits Tuxen in 1904.

Where can I see Portrait of Painter Peder Severin Kröyer?

Portrait of Painter Peder Severin Kröyer is held by Hungarian National Gallery.

What movement is Portrait of Painter Peder Severin Kröyer?

Portrait of Painter Peder Severin Kröyer is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of Painter Peder Severin Kröyer?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of Painter Peder Severin Kröyer are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of Painter Peder Severin Kröyer

Laurits Tuxen , 1904

Portrait of Painter Peder Severin Kröyer is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Laurits Tuxen. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the Hungarian National Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of Painter Peder Severin Kröyer is a 1904 oil painting by Laurits Tuxen, depicting the eponymous subject in a coastal setting. Characterized by visible brushstrokes and textured oil paint, the work aligns with impressionist tendencies.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait captures Peder Severin Kröyer, a fellow Danish artist, standing on a beach amidst tall grass, gazing out at the ocean. His attire—a white suit, hat, boots, and a blue scarf—suggests a leisurely or contemplative outing, while the walking stick and bag imply a casual, possibly artistic, excursion.

Technique & Style

Tuxen executed the portrait using oil paint, emphasizing expressive, visible brushstrokes and a textured surface. The impressionist influence is evident in the capturing of light and the informal, naturalistic pose of the subject.

History & Provenance

Created in 1904, the painting is now part of the collection at the Hungarian National Gallery. Notably, Tuxen, aside from his artistic practice, played a foundational role in Danish art education as the first head of Kunstnernes Frie Studieskoler.