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Boy on a stool
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Marie Krøyer, 1867 – 1940
The 2 Most Famous Marie Krøyer Paintings, Ranked
The best-loved painting by Marie Krøyer is Boy on a stool (1887). Our catalogue holds 2 works by Marie Krøyer: here are the 2 most famous, each with its year, its museum and what makes it memorable.
Ranked by our popularity score, which combines the searches, visits and orders for each work. Updated October 2026. Each painting on this page can be ordered as an oil reproduction painted by hand on linen canvas, or as a fine art print, made to the size you choose.
- Born · died
- 1867 – 1940, Frederiksberg
- Works in our catalogue
- 2
- Most famous
- Boy on a stool (1887)
- Most works at
- Anchers Hus
Top 10 Marie Krøyer paintings: the canvases everyone knows
Where Marie Krøyer's canvases hang
The museum that holds the most of the paintings on this page.
| Museum | City | Works by Marie Krøyer | Paintings from this list |
|---|---|---|---|
 Anchers Hus |
Skagen | 1 | At the loom |
Marie Krøyer's best-loved canvases, year by year
The dated canvases of Marie Krøyer on this page cover just 4 years, 1887 to 1890: follow them year by year, in their own light.
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1887
1 of 2Boy on a stool
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1890
2 of 2At the loom
About Marie Krøyer's canvases: your questions answered
What is the best-known painting by Marie Krøyer?Read the answer
Boy on a stool (1887).
What age was Marie Krøyer when Boy on a stool was painted?Read the answer
Marie Krøyer, born in 1867, was 20 years old: Boy on a stool dates from 1887.
How many works did Marie Krøyer paint in all?Read the answer
2 works by Marie Krøyer are in our catalogue, dated 1887 to 1890.
Where can I see Marie Krøyer's most famous canvases?Read the answer
Mostly in Anchers Hus (Skagen); the list above names each museum and its canvases.
Which are Marie Krøyer's earliest and latest famous canvases?Read the answer
The earliest canvas here is Boy on a stool (1887); the latest is At the loom (1890).
Can I buy a reproduction of a Marie Krøyer canvas?Read the answer
Yes. Every painting on this page can be ordered from its own page as an oil reproduction painted by hand, or as a fine art print, in the size you choose.
Marie Krøyer: a life in paint
Early Life and Artistic Training
- Born: Frederiksberg, Denmark, June 11, 1867
- Died: 1940
- Marie Triepcke Krøyer Alfvén, commonly known as Marie Krøyer, demonstrated an early aspiration to become an artist.
- She received private training in Copenhagen before pursuing further studies in Paris.
- In Paris, she was educated in the principles of Naturalism and significantly influenced by French Impressionists.
Marriage to Peder Severin Krøyer and Life in Skagen
- Marie met Peder Severin Krøyer in Paris in 1889, leading to their marriage shortly after.
- The couple settled in Skagen in 1891, joining the renowned artists' colony known as the Skagen Painters.
- Peder Severin Krøyer was a prominent member of this artistic community.
- Their married life faced challenges due to Peder Severin Krøyer’s periods of mental illness starting in 1900.
Artistic Style and Influences
- Marie's artistic style was heavily influenced by French Impressionism and the Naturalism movement.
- She initially hesitated to paint due to her admiration for Peder Severin Krøyer’s skill, viewing him as a more accomplished artist.
- Her work often depicted domestic scenes and self-portraits.
- Despite producing fewer paintings than her husband, recent interest has been renewed in her artistic contributions.
Later Life and Relationships
- Marie began an affair with Swedish composer Hugo Alfvén, resulting in a child.
- She divorced Peder Severin Krøyer and moved to Sweden with Hugo Alfvén.
- They married in 1912 but later divorced.
- Marie contributed significantly to design and architecture, particularly evident in the interior decoration of Alfvénsgården in Tällberg, Sweden.
Legacy and Historical Significance
- Marie Krøyer is remembered both as the subject of many of Peder Severin Krøyer's paintings and for her own artistic endeavors.
- Her contributions to design and architecture are increasingly recognized.
- She represents a fascinating figure within the Skagen Painters movement, highlighting the role of women artists in late 19th-century Denmark.
- Recent exhibitions and scholarship have brought renewed attention to her work and artistic legacy.