Christian Tetzen‐Lunds samling i Köpenhamn och de nordiska konstnärerna

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Summary Christian Tetzen‐Lund's collection in Copenhagen and the Nordic artists During the First World War Scandinavian artists were living in Copenhagen in anticipation of the advent of peace. The capital of Denmark represented a milestone on the road to Paris. From Sweden came Isaac Grunewald, Sigrid Hjerten, Otte Skold, Kurt Jungstedt, Tor Bjurstrom, Einar Jolin and Gosta Nystroem. Karl Isakson, although of Swedish origin, lived in Copenhagen, completely assimilated in Danish art life. From Norway came Per Krohg. There were also many other artists of varying importance. The art school run by Astrid Holm, who had worked in Matisse's studio, provided a centre for the young artist. Many of the Scandinavian artists received their instruction at Zahrtmann's school of art, and this liberal institution was continued by Johan Rohde. The older Swedish artists were close to the tradition of Matisse's teaching while the younger ones started experiments in futurism and cubism. Information concerning the most recen...