was in fact later acquired by the gallery in Bergen),

on the other hand he had a picture of Bergen’s

fish market, which apparently swarmed with amus-

ing details; but which despite its good

composition lacked cohesion.

Congratulations on your exhibition! – I was able to see a

poor reproduction by G.K.; but could nevertheless

imagine that the picture was good, and I also believe

that the "surly pout" characterised the man.

You must write soon, tell me a little about

how You experienced Paris, and about what

interested you in particular. My brother Peter

at your exhibition. I have done nothing this sum-

mer, only dabbed at something that I am no good at

– I have been influenced by Ravensberg, I believe,

or perhaps it is Hokúsai, who has turned my

head. Please be so kind as to greet Laúreng

and Svarstad from me. I long terribly to come to Xania [Oslo],

but my wretched lungs prevents me to even

is not quite as diligent as before, he asks me to send his greetings.

My most heartfelt greetings to you and ^your wife from you friend

N. Astrup

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