Rolf Nesch

Rolf Nesch (1893–1975) was a Norwegian painter, graphic artist and sculptor.

Also recorded as Emil Rolf Nesch; Rudolf Nesch; Nesch; r. nesch.

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Overview

Born at Oberesslingen in 1893, died at Oslo in 1975.

In detail

Rolf Nesch studied at State Academy of Fine Arts Stuttgart. the recorded working language is Norwegian.

The authority associates the name with Expressionism.

Membership is recorded of Bavarian Academy of Fine Arts.

Work by Rolf Nesch is recorded in the collections of Minneapolis Institute of Art, National Gallery of Victoria, National Gallery of Canada, Städel Museum and Museum of Modern Art.

Distinctions recorded are Commander of the Order of St. Olav‎, Oslo City Culture Award, Prince Eugen Medal and Lichtwark Prize.

Sources

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    “Rolf Nesch”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q318053: Rolf Nesch

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