Harriet Backer

Harriet Backer (21 January 1845 – 25 March 1932) was a Norwegian painter who achieved recognition in her own time and was a pioneer among female artists both in the Nordic countries and in Europe generally. She is best known for her detailed interior scenes, communicated with rich colors and the interplay of light and shadow.

Harriet Backer
Born(1845-01-21)21 January 1845
Holmestrand, Norway
Died25 March 1932(1932-03-25) (aged 87)
Oslo, Norway
Known forPainting
RelativesAstri Welhaven Heiberg (niece)
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