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Maire Gullichsen

Finland Swedish art patron (1907-1990) · Finland · On the map · Artists · Died at 83

Maire Eva Johanna Gullichsen was a Finnish art patron, promoter of modernism and businesswoman. She was one of the most influential figures on the Finnish art scene from the 1930s onwards, contributing decisively to the breakthrough of modernism in Finnish visual art and design.

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Commander of the Order of the Lion of Finland
Cross of Liberty, 4th Class
Knight of the Order of the White Rose of Finland
Medal for Humane Benevolence
Knight of the Order of the Star of Italian Solidarity
Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres
Officer of the Legion of Honour
Commander 1st class of the Order of Vasa
Commander of the Order of the Dannebrog

About this person

She co-founded Artek (1935) together with Aino and Alvar Aalto, initiated the Free Art School in Helsinki, and established the foundation that became the basis for the Pori Art Museum.

Country
Finland
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1907 to 1990 · aged 83