Ordrupgaard acquires rare Hammershøi painting from Ambassador Loeb's collection
Ordrupgaard has acquired Vilhelm Hammershøi's 'Courtyard Interior at Strandgade 30' (1905), a major work previously owned by former US Ambassador to Denmark John L. Loeb. The painting was recently auctioned by Phillips in New York. With support from foundations, the museum brought the work back to Denmark for public display. This acquisition adds to Ordrupgaard's world-class Hammershøi collection, now totaling twenty-two paintings by the Danish artist. The work is considered an exceptional piece of Danish cultural heritage.
Key facts
- Ordrupgaard acquired Vilhelm Hammershøi's 'Courtyard Interior at Strandgade 30' (1905).
- The painting was previously in the private collection of John L. Loeb, former US ambassador to Denmark.
- It was recently auctioned by Phillips in New York.
- The acquisition was supported by various foundations.
- The work has returned to Denmark and will be accessible to the public.
- Ordrupgaard now holds twenty-two paintings by Hammershøi.
- Hammershøi lived from 1864 to 1916.
- The museum considers the work a significant piece of Danish cultural heritage.
Entities
Artists
Institutions
- Ordrupgaard
- Phillips
Locations
- Denmark
- New York
- United States