Elisabeth Jerichau Baumann - a Woman of the World

19. May - 14. August 2011

Elisabeth Jerichau Baumann (1819-81) was one of the few women who could earn a living from her art in the Copenhagen Golden Age.

Her life was unique. Born and raised in Poland, trained in Germany, married to a Dane, mother of many children, well-travelled, productive and committed. She painted national paintings in Denmark and folklore paintings in Rome, Cairo, Istanbul and many other places.

Baumann's history is highly interesting today. She is a historical role model breaking down barriers and creating connections between the challenges of her time. The exhibition will present her life through paintings borrowed from other museums and from private collections. You can visit an art exhibition and at the same time step into cultural history and through Baumann's life story and works find food for thought about present day views on immigration, motherhood, female artists and international networks.