Laurits Tuxen

Laurits Tuxen, born in 1853 in Copenhagen and died in 1927 in Copenhagen, was a Danish painter known for his portraits and historical scenes. His works, such as 'The Coronation of Tsar Nicholas II' and 'The Wedding of Prince Valdemar,' are admired for their refined technique and elegant compositions, capturing the essence of Danish and European royalty and culture. Influenced by the Danish Golden Age and his contemporary Peder Severin Krøyer, Tuxen's technique involved a delicate and sophisticated approach to composition and color, conveying the elegance and character of his subjects. His career was marked by his ability to depict the grandeur and status of his era, making him a celebrated figure in late 19th and early 20th-century Danish painting.