Peder Als

1725 - 1776

Factsheet

  • Works on this site: 40
  • Color intensity:
    • monochromatic
    • balanced
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Typical colors: earthy
  • Also known as:
    • Peter Als
    • Als
    • P. Als
    • Альс Педер
    • Педер Альс
  • Born: 1725, Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Museums on this site:
    • Hermitage Museum
    • Statens Museum For Kunst
    • Rosenborg Castle
    • National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design
    • David Collection

Questions & Answers

Which paintings is Peder Als known for?

Peder Als is known for the works listed in the most famous paintings by Peder Als.

Who taught Peder Als?

Peder Als trained under Carl Gustaf Pilo and Anton Raphael Mengs.

Where can I find facts about Portrait of Christian VII, King of Denmark by Peder Als?

Facts about Portrait of Christian VII, King of Denmark are gathered in a printable study guide.

Who were Peder Als's pupils?

Christian August Lorentzen studied under Peder Als.

What aliases or alternate names does Peder Als have?

Peder Als appears under the alternate names Peter Als, Als, P. Als, Альс Педер, Педер Альс.

In which historical period did Peder Als work?

Peder Als worked in the Early-Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

How long did Peder Als live?

Peder Als lived about 51 years, from 1725 to 1776.

What did Peder Als paint first, and last?

Among the dated works listed here, the earliest is Portrait of Sophia Magdalena of Denmark, as princess. (1750) and the latest Queen Carolina Matilde of Denmark (1751-1775) (1775). See the timeline of Peder Als's artworks.

What are the birthplace and birth year of Peder Als?

Peder Als was born in Copenhagen in 1725.