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Edvard Grieg accompanying his Wife, 1898. Creator: Peder Severin Kroyer
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Edvard Grieg accompanying his Wife, 1898. Creator: Peder Severin Kroyer
Edvard Grieg accompanying his Wife, 1898
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Classical Music Composer Edvard Grieg Husband Kroyer Peder Severin Kroyer Ps Norway Norwegian Partnership Peder Severin Kroyer Pianist Piano Piano Player Ps Kroyer Soprano Vocalist Wife Wives Dane Danes Edvard Hagerup Grieg National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Playing An Instrument Stockholm National Museum
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This image, titled "Edvard Grieg accompanying his Wife" and painted by Peder Severin Kroyer in 1898, offers a glimpse into the personal life of the renowned Norwegian composer, Edvard Hagerup Grieg (1843-1907). The painting depicts Grieg in a relaxed setting, playing the piano while his wife, Nina Hagerup (née Grieg, 1845-1935), looks on with a contented expression. The idyllic scene is set in nature, with flowers and plants adorning the room, and the couple's connection is palpable. Grieg, a celebrated pianist and composer, was a central figure in the Norwegian musical heritage. His works, which include the iconic "Peer Gynt Suite" and "Morning Mood," brought Norwegian folk music to the international stage. In this painting, we see the man behind the music, enjoying a moment of partnership and companionship with his wife. The setting for the painting is not explicitly identified, but it is believed to have been painted in Sweden, where the couple spent significant time. The painting is now part of the collection at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, and serves as a testament to the rich artistic and cultural heritage of the late 19th century. Peder Severin Kroyer (1851-1909), the Danish painter who created this work, was a contemporary of Grieg and a fellow artist. His oil on wood painting captures the essence of the couple's relationship, showcasing the deep connection between them and the beauty of nature that surrounded them.
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