Anders Zorn

Meet Anders Zorn, the Swedish maestro who went from a cowshed birth to painting presidents. This artistic powerhouse was a triple threat: painter, sculptor, and etcher. He schmoozed with the elite, capturing the likenesses of King Oscar II and three American presidents. Known for his vigorous and lush brushwork, Zorn was a master of depicting voluptuous nudes and the play of light on water. Rumor has it he could dash off a masterpiece etching in a single sitting, a tall tale he himself had to debunk. He was also famous for his "Zorn palette," using just four colors to create an incredible range of tones. While he hobnobbed with high society, he never forgot his roots, often painting scenes of everyday life in his native Sweden. Zorn's life was a testament to his immense talent and even bigger appetite for life.