Sven Henriksen (1890-1935) was a Danish poster artist. He was the only artist in the Golden Age of Danish poster art who exclusively worked with poster design.

Biography

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Sven Henriksen began his career as a poster artist in circa 1910 after feaduating from Copenhagen Technival College and completing an aprentership as a painter. He was also active as an exhibition organizer and created numerous posters for his owns exhibitions.[1]

He died from sepsis at the peak of his career after hurting himself on a nail in his studio.[2]

Style

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Sven Henriksen was influenced by German poster art. His posters are characterized by simple compositions with strong, striking colours.

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References

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  1. ^ "Sven Henriksen" (in Danish). Dansk Plakatmuseum. Retrieved 11 October 2016.
  2. ^ "ValdeSven Henriksen". Dansk Plakatkunst (in Danish). Retrieved 11 October 2016.
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