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Henrik Ibsen
1828–1906 · Norwegian
About the author
Henrik Ibsen (1828–1906) was a Norwegian playwright and poet, widely regarded as the father of modern realism in drama. Born in Skien, Norway, he began his career writing historical plays before turning to contemporary social critique. His major works include Peer Gynt, A Doll's House, Ghosts, An Enemy of the People, and Hedda Gabler. Ibsen’s plays broke from 19th-century theatrical conventions by focusing on realistic dialogue, psychological depth, and controversial themes such as women’s rights, hypocrisy, and individual freedom. A Doll's House (1879) caused a sensation with its depiction of a wife leaving her husband to discover her own identity. Ibsen’s influence extended across Europe and beyond, shaping modern drama and inspiring playwrights like George Bernard Shaw and Anton Chekhov. His legacy endures as a cornerstone of Western theater.
current version: https://www.nasjonalmuseet.no/en/collection/object/NG.M.00355 original version: http://kunstsamling.no/no/term/producer/Olrik%20Henrik / http://www.ibsen.net/index.gan?id=11121880&subid=0
