Hans Baluschek’s painting, Beim Weihnachtsbaumverkauf (translated: When selling Christmas trees) reminded me of the festive spirit that pervades the month of December. A father with parcels in hand, accompanied by a young daughter, is in the background. Father and daughter appear to be entering a grocery store. But the focus is the conversation in theContinue reading “Christmas in Germany with Hans Baluschek”
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Christmas in France with Marcel Rieder
We have come to France to meet up with Marcel Rieder who lived from 1862 -1942. The young woman decorating the tree is surrounded by a soft, gentle light that emanates from the lamp. Marcel Reider was fascinated by lighting and created intimate outdoor and interior paintings using lamps and sunsets. He was influenced byContinue reading “Christmas in France with Marcel Rieder”
Christmas in Denmark with Viggo Johansen
Glædelig jul fra Danmark Merry Christmas from Denmark Viggo Johansen (January 3, 1851- December 18, 1935) envisioned Christmas as a time for children as can be seen by the two paintings, A Christmas Story and Merry Christmas. The lights shine brightly as children look with wonderment at the decorated tree. There are no presents (orContinue reading “Christmas in Denmark with Viggo Johansen”
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