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Munthe Collection

Axel Munthe, a renowned Swedish physician and psychiatrist, left an indelible mark on the world through his various artistic endeavors

Background imageMunthe Collection: Axel Munthe / Anacapri

Axel Munthe / Anacapri
AXEL MUNTHE Home of the Swedish physician and writer on Anacapri, Italy Date: 1857 - 1949

Background imageMunthe Collection: Villa San Michele, Capri, Italy

Villa San Michele, Capri, Italy
The Villa San Michele, Anacapri, Capri, Italy. The villa dates back to the late 19th century, when the Swedish physician, writer and recreational archaeologist, Axel Munthe, adjudicated the site

Background imageMunthe Collection: King Sigurd and King Baldwin of Jerusalem ride to the river Jordan, 1899

King Sigurd and King Baldwin of Jerusalem ride to the river Jordan, 1899. Creator: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
King Sigurd and King Baldwin of Jerusalem ride to the river Jordan, 1899. Found in the collection of the Nasjonalmuseet for Kunst, Arkitektur og Design, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: The Entry of King Sigurd and his men into Miklagard, 1899. Creator: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)

The Entry of King Sigurd and his men into Miklagard, 1899. Creator: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
The Entry of King Sigurd and his men into Miklagard, 1899. Found in the collection of the Nasjonalmuseet for Kunst, Arkitektur og Design, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: Norway: Room by Munthe at Holmencollen (colour litho)

Norway: Room by Munthe at Holmencollen (colour litho)
5989948 Norway: Room by Munthe at Holmencollen (colour litho) by Jungman, Nico (1872-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Room by Munthe at Holmencollen)

Background imageMunthe Collection: Doren i berget, 1895. Creator: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)

Doren i berget, 1895. Creator: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
Doren i berget, 1895. Found in the Collection of Nasjonalmuseet for Kunst, Arkitektur og Design, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: The frisky song, ca 1892. Creator: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)

The frisky song, ca 1892. Creator: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
The frisky song, ca 1892. Found in the Collection of Nasjonalmuseet for Kunst, Arkitektur og Design, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: Folklore Drawing, 1895-1898. Creator: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)

Folklore Drawing, 1895-1898. Creator: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
Folklore Drawing, 1895-1898. Found in the Collection of Nasjonalmuseet for Kunst, Arkitektur og Design, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: Saga, 1926. Creator: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)

Saga, 1926. Creator: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
Saga, 1926. Found in the Collection of Nasjonalmuseet for Kunst, Arkitektur og Design, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: Portrait of Gerhard Munthe (1849-1929), 1885. Creator: Krohg, Christian (1852-1925)

Portrait of Gerhard Munthe (1849-1929), 1885. Creator: Krohg, Christian (1852-1925)
Portrait of Gerhard Munthe (1849-1929), 1885. Found in the Collection of Nasjonalmuseet for Kunst, Arkitektur og Design, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: Signature Of Axel Martin Fredrik Munthe 1857 To 1949 Swedish Physician And Psychiatrist From The

Signature Of Axel Martin Fredrik Munthe 1857 To 1949 Swedish Physician And Psychiatrist From The Book The Story Of San Michele By Axel Munthe Published 1932

Background imageMunthe Collection: Helhesten (The Hell-Horse), 1892

Helhesten (The Hell-Horse), 1892. Found in the Collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: Asmund in the Kings Hall. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)

Asmund in the Kings Hall. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
Asmund in the Kings Hall. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: Asmund bringing Home Silver and Gold. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)

Asmund bringing Home Silver and Gold. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
Asmund bringing Home Silver and Gold. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: Asmund and the Princess riding Home. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)

Asmund and the Princess riding Home. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
Asmund and the Princess riding Home. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: The second Hall. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)

The second Hall. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
The second Hall. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: The fifth Hall. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)

The fifth Hall. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
The fifth Hall. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: The Giants Lair. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)

The Giants Lair. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
The Giants Lair. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

Background imageMunthe Collection: Axel Martin Fredrik Munthe 1857 To 1949 Swedish Physician And Psychiatrist Frontspiece After A

Axel Martin Fredrik Munthe 1857 To 1949 Swedish Physician And Psychiatrist Frontspiece After A Pastel By Countess Feo Gleichen From The Book The Story Of San Michele By Axel Munthe Published 1932

Background imageMunthe Collection: Pergola at the Villa San Michele above Anacapri, Italy

Pergola at the Villa San Michele above Anacapri, Italy
Pergola at the Villa San Michele above Anacapri, Isle of Capri, Italy. The summer villa of Swedish physician and author Axel Munthe. Built on the site of an old Roman dwelling. Date: 1904

Background imageMunthe Collection: Room by Munthe at Holmencollen near Oslo

Room by Munthe at Holmencollen near Oslo
Fairy-tale Room designed by Gerhard Munthe at the hotel Holmencollen (Holmenkollen) near Oslo Date: 1905


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Axel Munthe, a renowned Swedish physician and psychiatrist, left an indelible mark on the world through his various artistic endeavors. From his iconic Villa San Michele in Capri, Italy to his captivating artwork, Munthe's legacy continues to inspire. At Villa San Michele, perched above Anacapri with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea, Munthe created a haven of beauty and tranquility. The pergola at the villa stands as a testament to his impeccable taste and love for nature. But Munthe's talents extended far beyond architecture. In Norway, he showcased his artistic prowess through colorful lithographs such as "Room by Munthe at Holmenkollen, " capturing the essence of Norwegian culture and heritage. Gerhard Munthe, Axel's cousin and fellow artist, also contributed to their family's creative lineage. His works like "Doren i berget" (The Door in the Rock) and "The Frisky Song" exude whimsy and imagination while embracing traditional folklore themes. Munthe himself dabbled in storytelling through art with pieces like "Saga. " This masterpiece weaves together mythological elements into a captivating narrative that transports viewers into another realm. Christian Krohg immortalized Axel Munthe in an exquisite portrait from 1885. It captures both his intellectual depth and compassionate spirit - qualities that defined him not only as a physician but also as an advocate for mental health. Munthe's signature holds significance too; it symbolizes dedication to healing others' bodies and minds throughout his long career. His memoirs published in 1932 under the title "The Story of San Michele" shed light on his remarkable life journey filled with compassion, resilience, and determination. Lastly, Gerhard Munthe's enchanting piece titled "Helhesten" (The Hell-Horse) evokes intrigue with its dark allure—a reflection of how artists within one family can explore diverse themes yet leave an equally profound impact.