Oluf Høst

Oluf Høst (1884–1966) was a painter.

Also recorded as Oluf Host; Oluf Kristian Alexander Høst; Oluf Holst.

Oluf Høst in brief

Born
1884
Died
1966
Known for
painter
Place of birth
Svaneke
Contents

Overview

Born at Svaneke in 1884, died at Gudhjem in 1966.

In detail

Oluf Høst studied at Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. training under Gustav Vermehren, Johan Rohde and Harald Giersing is recorded. Sven Havsteen-Mikkelsen is recorded as having studied under Oluf Høst. the recorded working language is Danish.

Work by Oluf Høst is recorded in the collections of National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design, Statens Museum for Kunst and Alte Nationalgalerie.

Distinctions recorded are Prince Eugen Medal, Eckersberg Medal, Thorvaldsen Medal and Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Oluf Høst”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q3364449: Oluf Høst

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