Petersen, Albert (1875-1957). Port. (1920 -30s)

This captivating oil on canvas piece, measuring 45 x 66, showcases the finesse of artist Albert Petersen. With his signature visible on the lower left as “Alb. Petersen”, this piece is a testament to Petersen’s recognition, having been an exhibitor at the esteemed Grand Salon in Paris. Born in Troelstrup, Denmark, in 1875, Petersen’s art education took place at the Academy of Fine Arts, where he was mentored by renowned artists Otto Bache and S. Vermehren. His thirst for learning led him on study trips across Europe, touching the cultural capitals of Dresden, Rome, Vienna, Paris, Brussels, Antwerp, and Amsterdam. Petersen’s first brush with the art-loving audience was in 1899, a journey that would later see him participating in various prestigious exhibitions across European capitals.