John Christensen

1896 - 1940

Quick facts

  • Lifespan: 44 years
  • Museums on this site: Statens Museum For Kunst
  • Born: 1896, Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Art period: Modern
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Color intensity: monochromatic

The Life of John Christensen

John Christensen, also known as The Barber Painter, was a Danish artist who lived from 1896 to 1940.

Artistic Focus

As a Primitivist painter, his work includes depictions of Circus Artists in the Ring. His artistic identity is associated with the following:

Questions & Answers

What other names is John Christensen known by?

John Christensen is also known as John Aksel Christensen, Джон Кристенсен.

How can I follow John Christensen's work year by year?

John Christensen's artworks can be seen in chronological order on the artist's Artwork Timeline page.

Can I browse John Christensen's works by movement?

The movements John Christensen worked in can be seen on the artist's All Movements page, which groups the artworks by movement.

Where are John Christensen's artworks grouped by technique?

To find all works by John Christensen in a given medium, use the artist's All Medium page.

Quick quiz

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Question 1:
What is the other name known to John Christensen?
Question 2:
In which country was John Christensen a master?
Question 3:
What is the artistic style associated with John Christensen?
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In what year was John Christensen born?