The Scandinavian Home: Landscape and Lore

June 13–September 20, 2026 | Fifth Third Gallery

Escape to the storied lands of Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden in The Scandinavian Home: Landscape and Lore. This is the first exhibition to examine the entangled notions of home and homeland that were central to the art of each nation in the second half of the 19th century. The arts played a crucial role in reinforcing a shared sense of belonging as Nordic countries strove to identify and celebrate authentic local and national identities.

From enchanting landscapes and portraits to exquisite furniture and decorative arts, The Scandinavian Home features rare tapestries by Gerhard Munthe, ceramics by Alfred William Finch, silver by Henrik Møller, and landscape paintings by Hilma af Klint, Akseli Gallen-Kallela, and Gustaf Fjaestad. Organized by The Frick Pittsburgh, this exhibition unites works of art from prominent public institutions and private collectors, and it offers a singular opportunity for a comprehensive and multimedia exploration of this seminal period in Scandinavian culture.

Otto Hesselbom (Swedish, 1848–1913), Sunset in Värmland, about 1900, oil on canvas, 27 5/8 x 20 in. (107 x 70 cm). Collection of David and Susan Werner, Courtesy of The Frick Pittsburgh
Hilma af Klint (Swedish, 1862–1944), Stockholm Park with Playing Children, 1889, oil on canvas, 17 x 22 in. (43.2 x 55.9 cm). Collection of David and Susan Werner, Courtesy of The Frick Pittsburgh
Hilma af Klint (Swedish, 1862–1944), Stockholm Park with Playing Children, 1889, oil on canvas, 17 x 22 in. (43.2 x 55.9 cm). Collection of David and Susan Werner, Courtesy of The Frick Pittsburgh
Gerhard Munthe (Norwegian, 1849–1929), The Suitors, 1906, wool and linen, 69 1/2 x 87 in. (176.5 x 221 cm). Collection of David and Susan Werner, Courtesy of The Frick Pittsburgh
Lars Kinsarvik (Norwegian, 1846–1925), Armchair, 1900, painted pine, 51 x 25 x 22 1/2 in. (129.5 x 63.5 x 57.2 cm). Collection of David and Susan Werner, Courtesy of The Frick Pittsburgh
Arabia Porcelain Factory (Finland, Helsinki, 1873–2016), Fennia Series Vase, about 1902, earthenware, 13 1/4 x 8 in. diam. (33.7 x 20.3 cm). Collection of David and Susan Werner, Courtesy of The Frick Pittsburgh
Henrik Møller (Danish, 1822–1884), Tureen with the Legend of Ragnar Lodbrok, 1906, silver, 15 1/2 x 13 in. diam. (39.4 x 33 cm). Collection of David and Susan Werner, Courtesy of The Frick Pittsburgh

Plan Your Visit

Expand your visit beyond the galleries to discover the museum’s wide array of events and programs, retreat in the beautiful downtown garden, find a Cincinnati keepsake in the Museum Shop, or expand your culinary palate in the Taft Café. 

The Scandinavian Home: Landscape and Lore is organized by The Frick Pittsburgh

Exhibition Support Generously Provided by

Bill and Carol Eckerle Endowment
Ellen and George Rieveschl Endowment
Warrington Exhibition Endowment
Chellgren Family Endowment
Sallie Robinson Wadsworth Endowment for Exhibitions

Scroll to top