Berthelsen, Christian (1839-1909)

Berthelsen, Christian (1839-1909)

Danish artist Christian Berthelsen is predominantly known for his landscapes in oil, which often capture views from the rural environs of Svendborg. He began his artistic career as a porcelain painter before pursuing his true vocation.

Primarily self-taught, he honed his skills by studying the masters at the National Gallery. His works are held in at least two public collections.

Exhibited

Charlottenborg Spring 1880-81, 1883-84, 1886-89, 1891-95, 1902, 1904.

Public Collections

Vestfyns Kunstmuseum, Middelfart Museum Odense.

Timeline

1839

Born in Føhr to Niels Søren Berthelsen and Kirstine Margrethe Simonsen.

1859

Studied in Svendborg, Denmark.

1862

Married Detlevine Voss.

1880

Debuted at the Charlottenborg Spring Exhibition with

1885

Married Birgitte Caroline Petræa Olsen.

1909

Died in Copenhagen, Denmark.

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