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

had seen some "lovely portraits" of your wife

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

step outside the door these days. Wigdehl

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

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