Gustaf (Frippe) Fredrikson (1832–1921), Actor and Theatre Manager, 1893

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DatesMade: Executed 1893

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Dimensionsh x w: Mått 50 x 38 cm

Inventory numberNMGrh 3106

AcqusitionPurchase 1966 from Stockholm's Auction House, Quality Auction

Other titlesTitle (sv): Gustaf (Frippe) Fredrikson (1832–1921) skådespelare, teaterdirektör, 1893 Title (en): Gustaf (Frippe) Fredrikson (1832–1921), Actor and Theatre Manager, 1893 Previous: Gustaf Fredrikson (1832-1921), skådespelare, teaterchef

DescriptionDescription: Robert Lundberg liked to paint scenes of contemporary life from his native Stockholm. This portrait of Gustaf “Frippe” Fredrikson is a kind of snapshot image, seemingly capturing its subject on the move outside the Royal Dramatic Theatre, which he managed. Fredrikson was one of the most successful actors of the late 19th century. He is considered to have renewed Swedish acting in a more realistic direction, based on his experiences as a student in Paris.

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MaterialOil paint

TechniquePainting

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