ART: Albert Anker – Beautiful World

Strickendes Mädchen, 1884 Kunstmuseum Bern

Kunstmuseum Bern, on now till September 19, 2010

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A special exhibition pays tribute to Swiss artist Albert Anker (1831-1910) famous for his paintings portraying rural life in 19th century Switzerland.

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