About Olof Krans
- born in 1839 in Sweden
- came to Bishop Hill Colony in 1850 at age 12 with family
- served in Union Army during the Civil War
- housepainter by trade
- began painting local scenes of Bishop Hill in 1875
- presented a collection of work scenes to the village at 50th anniversary in 1896
"Harvesting" by Olof Krans
About Olof's work
- recognized as one of America's foremost folk artists
- primitive style
- attention to detail
- valuable historic documents
- characterized by stern-faced, determined people
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