Nordic Heritage Museum shows the iconic work of the ‘best known artist of the century’

The Nordic Heritage Museum in Seattle, Washington presents “Warner Sallman: Master Painter” from April 11- April 21, 2015 – 

The son of Nordic immigrants, Chicago-born painter Warner Sallman (1892-1968) has been cited by the New York Times as one of the most recognized artists of the 20th century.

Sallman’s most popular and iconic image, Head of Christ, has been reproduced over 1 billion times. This year marks the 75th anniversary of this iconic painting. A selection of Sallman’s works, both Christian and secular, will be on display at the Nordic Heritage Museum from April 11-21, 2015.

An opening reception and lecture by notable Sallman scholar Dr. Jack Lundbom will take place at 4:00 p.m on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at the Museum.

Warner Elias Sallman was the eldest of three children born to Elias Sallman and Christiane (Larson) Sallman, who were immigrants from Finland and Sweden. He trained as an artist by apprenticing in local studios while attending the Art Institute of Chicago at night.

There he became a protégé of Walter Marshall Cluett, a newspaper illustrator noted for his work during the Spanish American War. Sallman began his career as a commercial artist and freelance illustrator, but is best remembered for his depictions of Christ and most notably the painting Head of Christ. In 1994, the New York Times suggested Sallman was likely to be voted the “best known artist of the century.”

Warner Sallman: Master Painter is presented in partnership with Covenant Shores  Retirement Community. Sponsors for Warner Sallman: Master Painter include Artsfund, 4Culture, and the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture. 

ABOUT THE NORDIC HERITAGE MUSEUM: With over 65,000 visitors annually, the Nordic Heritage Museum is a cultural treasure in the Pacific Northwest. It is the only museum in the United States that represents the cultural heritage of all five Nordic countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. The Museum’s mission is to share Nordic culture with people of all ages and backgrounds by exhibiting art and objects, preserving collections, providing educational and cultural experiences and serving as a community gathering place. The Nordic Heritage Museum presents a wide range of vibrant programs including contemporary art exhibitions, outstanding concerts, lectures and films and a variety of special events throughout the year.

Museum hours: Tues-Sat 10 am to 4 pm; Sun 12 noon to 4 pm; Mon closed. Admission: $8 general; $7 seniors & college students; $6 children over 5 years;  FREE for children 5 and under and Museum members; free on first Thursdays. The Museum is located at 3014 NW 67th Street, Seattle, WA 98117. Visit www.nordicmuseum.org.

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