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Olaf Wieghorst (April 30, 1899 – April 27, 1988) was a Danish-American painter who specialized in depictions of the American frontier. His art was in the vein of Frederic Remington and Charles Russell. In 1992, he was inducted into the Hall of Great Westerners of the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. [1]
Wieghorst Western Heritage Center presents the art of Olaf Wieghorst. Known for his magnificent portrayals of the nineteenth century American West, Olaf exhibited a remarkable affinity for the cowboys, the Native American Indians, and the settlers who helped shape this country’s Western landscape.
Learn about Olaf Wieghorst, a Danish-born artist who created realistic and authentic depictions of the American West. Explore his biography, prints, collectors' guide, and more on this web site by Spidy Quality Publishing.
Learn about the life and work of Olaf Wieghorst, a prolific western artist who painted horses, landscapes and portraits. Find out how to identify, value and donate his art, and visit the museum that holds the largest collection of his work.
Olaf Wieghorst (1899-1988) was a popular artist who depicted the American West with nostalgia and realism. Learn about his life, artworks, and auction prices on artnet.
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Learn about the life and art of Olaf Wieghorst, a Danish immigrant who became a famous painter of western scenes and portraits. Explore his story of hard work, determination and success in America.
Feb 23, 2013 · Olaf Wieghorst (1899 – 1988) Unlike other contemporary western artists, Wieghorst actually lived the scenes he renders with such insight. Cowboy, horse cavalryman, ranch hand and a friend of the Indians, he roamed the West during its transition from open range to the modern world.
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