Ulvig Max

Biography

Max Ulvig (1913–1969) was a Danish painter known for his cityscapes. He began his career in 1936 as a student of Wilhelm Wils. Although he began by drawing, painting eventually dominated his work. His works are held in various Danish museums, including the Copenhagen Museum, and at St. Olaf College. He is also represented in collections around the world, including the United States. Ulvig painted many portraits of actors and politicians, as well as decorating various interiors, such as the cabin at the Zoo Hotel in Copenhagen. Many of his works have been sold at various auction houses in Europe.