Eric Enstrom
Eric Enstrom was born near Mora, Sweden, he became famous for his 1918 photograph of Charles Wilden in Bovey, Minnesota. The photo is now known as Grace and depicts Wilden saying a prayer over a simple meal. In 2002, "Grace" was designated the state photograph of Minnesota.
Eric Enstrom
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- Born
- 1875 · Mora.
- Died
- 1968 · Grand Rapids.
- Nationality
- United States
- Occupation
- photographer
- Known for
- Grace
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Eric Enstrom was born near Mora, Sweden, he became famous for his 1918 photograph of Charles Wilden in Bovey, Minnesota. The photo is now known as Grace and depicts Wilden saying a prayer over a simple meal. In 2002, "Grace" was designated the state photograph of Minnesota.
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Born at Mora in 1875, died in Grand Rapids in 1968.
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1875
Eric Enstrom was born on 1 January 1875.
1968
Eric Enstrom died on 1 January 1968.
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