Gunnar Heiberg, the Author by Oda Krohg. A portrait of a middle-aged man with spectacles and a mustache, dressed in a dark three-piece suit against a muted, atmospheric background.

Gunnar Heiberg, the Author

Oda Krohg

1900 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An intimate and characterful oil portrait of the Norwegian playwright Gunnar Heiberg by Oda Krohg.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Library · Study · Office
Placement
Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
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Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted around 1900 by Oda Krohg, this oil portrait captures playwright Gunnar Heiberg with a modern, impressionistic sensibility. The work features loose, expressive brushwork and a sophisticated palette of deep umber and muted greens, showcasing the artist's ability to convey both likeness and psychological depth.