
Albert EdelfeltFinnish, 1854–1905May one see it?
Saint Petersburg, Russia
It belongs to the collection, but is not on display at present.
1890s
Illustrates Runeberg's “The Tales of Ensign Stål”
Having taken to illustrating poetry, Edelfelt illustrated the epic poem by Johan Ludvig Runeberg, a family friend he admired. Runeberg's company left a lasting mark on him and at times drew him to scenes from Finnish history.
1892 · Award
Bavarian Maximilian Order for Science and Art
1894 · Award
Knight of the Order of the Polar Star
1895
Full member of the Academy of Arts
Under the new statute of the Imperial Academy of Arts Edelfelt became a full member.
1895–1896
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