The Narud collection

The Narud collection

by Inger Schjoldager

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This book presents a fantastic private art collection in Norway. Architect Jørn Narud has assembled a stunning collection of modern Norwegian artists such as Kjell Torriset, Markus Brendmoe, Håkon Gullvåg, Jens Johannessen, Ulf Valde Jensen and Øyvind Svaboe. In addition to works by COBRA artists Asger Jorn, Carl Henning Pedersen and Alechinsky. The book is richly illustrated and presents about 120 works. Kjetil Røed has written an essay which contemplates the concept of collecting and there is a conversation between Jørn Narud and the art advisor Truls Blaasmo.

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    How does Jørn Narud’s background as an architect influence the way he curates and experiences his private art collection compared to a traditional gallery curator?

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    When you look at the mix of contemporary Norwegian artists and international COBRA movement artists in this book, what underlying emotional or aesthetic thread connects them all for you?

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    The book explores the distinct psychology behind art collecting; if you were to start a collection tomorrow, what would be your driving motivation and your primary thematic focus?

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