Gerald Peters Gallery, NY

Timeline

1880

Born Moss, Norway.

1898 - 1906

Designed fabric patterns while studied CUA & NAD.

1906

Influenced by Monet in Paris.

1913

Painted on the site of the Panama Canal depicting the last days of construction at the canal.

Came to the United States to join mother & sister New York City, NY. Sent to live with uncle Paris.

Studied: Christian Skredsvig in Norway; Ethical Culture Sch, NYC; NAD; CUA Sch; ASL.

Member: NAD; PMA; NAC; SC; Lotos Cl.

One of the founders of the AAPS which organized the Armory show in NYC.

Became known for colorful impressionistic scenes of harbors & coves. Painted during the many summers he spent on the coasts of New England & Canada.