Georga Elise Schjelderup (1856 – 1933): A Quiet Voice in Norwegian Art Georga Elise Schjelderup, also known as Leis Schjelderup, was a Norwegian painter born in Kristiansand in 1856. She resided within the burgeoning bourgeoisie of Bergen and descended from a family deeply rooted in artistic traditions—a lineage that undoubtedly nurtured her innate fascination with visual art. The formative influence of her upbringing, coupled with exposure to artistic endeavors prevalent during her youth, likely propelled her towards pursuing painting as a vocation. Early Life & Family Background: Sch…