Anders Leonard Zorn

Anders Leonard Zorn was a Swedish artist born on February 18, 1860, in Mora, Sweden, and he passed away on August 22, 1920, in the same town. Zorn was a prominent figure in the Impressionist movement, renowned for his masterful use of light and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects in both portraiture and genre scenes. He gained international acclaim for his portraits of notable figures, including three U.S. Presidents, which solidified his reputation as one of the leading portraitists of his time. Zorn's travels across Europe and the United States greatly influenced his work, allowing him to blend traditional Swedish themes with broader artistic trends. His legacy is preserved in the Zorn Collections in Mora, which houses a significant number of his works and personal artifacts.