Holcha Krake

1885 - 1944

Factsheet

  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Died: 1944
  • Also known as:
    • Mrs. William H. Johnson
    • Holcha Johnson
  • Born: 1885, Karlby Parish, Denmark
  • Works on this site: 1
  • Museums on this site: Smithsonian American Art Museum

Self-test

There is only one correct answer for each question.

Question 1:
What was Holcha Krake's primary artistic training before working in ceramics?
Question 2:
In which country did Holcha Krake begin her career as an art weaver?
Question 3:
Which trip in 1932 significantly influenced Krake's work in ceramics?
Question 4:
Who was Holcha Krake married to?
Question 5:
Where did the couple settle in 1938 to escape the threat of Nazi Germany?

Questions & Answers

What is the top-ranked painting by Holcha Krake on ArtsDot.com?

Fish Design for a Ceramic Plate

Is Holcha Krake's work still under copyright?

No, works by this artist are in the public domain.

When and where was Holcha Krake born?

1885, Karlby Parish, Denmark

Where did the couple settle in 1938 to escape the threat of Nazi Germany?

New York City

Who was Holcha Krake married to?

William H. Johnson

What art period did Holcha Krake belong to?

Modern

When did Holcha Krake die?

1944

Where is Holcha Krake from?

Denmark

What are other names Holcha Krake is known by?

Mrs. William H. Johnson, Holcha Johnson

In which country did Holcha Krake begin her career as an art weaver?

Denmark