
Danish, 1817–1875
P. C. Skovgaard (1817–1875), born Peter Christian Thamsen Skovgaard near Ringsted, was a Danish landscape painter associated with the national romantic movement and the Golden Age of Danish Painting. He became known for his large-scale depictions of Danish scenery. Skovgaard trained at the Royal Danish Academy of Art in Copenhagen from 1831 and drew inspiration from outdoor studies and visits to art collections. In addition to landscapes, he painted portraits, interiors, and illustrated Hans Christian Andersen's tales.
Sources: Wikipedia (en): P. C. Skovgaard · Wikidata Q2761358
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