Early Life and Education
Johan Christian Claussen Dahl, a Norwegian artist, was born on February 24, 1788, in Bergen, Norway. He is considered the first great romantic painter in Norway and the founder of the "golden age" of Norwegian painting. Dahl's humble beginnings - his father was a modest fisherman in Bergen - did not deter him from pursuing a career in art.
Artistic Training and Influences
From 1803 to 1809, Dahl studied with the painter
Johan Georg Müller, whose workshop was the most important one in Bergen at the time. However, Dahl looked back on his teacher as having kept him in ignorance to exploit him, putting him to work painting theatrical sets, portraits, and views of Bergen and its surroundings.
Breakthrough and Notable Works
Dahl's breakthrough came in 1815 when he exhibited no fewer than 13 paintings.
Prince Christian Frederik of Denmark, who developed an early interest in Dahl's artistic genius, became a lifelong friend and patron of the artist.
Some of Dahl's notable works include:
Museums and Collections
Dahl's work can be found in various museums, including:
- The Hirschsprung Collection (Copenhagen), which features a wide range of Danish art from the 19th and early 20th centuries.
- Lubecker Museen (Germany), a collection of museums showcasing various artworks and historical pieces.
Legacy and Influence
Dahl's influence on Norwegian landscape painting is undeniable. He is often described as "the father of Norwegian landscape painting" and is regarded as one of the greatest European artists of all time.
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