Astruptunet
Sogn og Fjordane
Astruptunet is a museum and former farmstead located on the south side of Lake Jølstravatnet near Sandal in Jølster, Norway. It was the home of the renowned Norwegian modernist painter Nikolai Astrup from 1914 until his death in 1928. The site includes the original 18th-century farmhouse called Gamlestua, which Astrup and his wife Engel purchased in 1912 and developed into their family home. Over the years, they expanded the farmstead by adding several buildings, some of which were historic structures relocated to the property. The farm and its surrounding garden, where Astrup cultivated apples and rhubarb, are frequently depicted in his vivid landscape paintings that reflect the traditional way of life and nature of Vestlandet. Today, the farmstead is preserved as a museum focusing on Astrup's life, artwork, and traditional Norwegian rural architecture. The museum includes a gallery building opened in 1986 and is part of the Musea i Sogn og Fjordane network. Visitors can explore the authentic historic buildings and gain insight into Astrup’s artistic legacy and the cultural landscape that inspired his work.
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Tipp: The best time to visit Astruptunet is during the summer months when the garden is in bloom and the weather is favorable for exploring the outdoor farmstead. It is advisable to check the museum's opening hours in advance on their official website and consider purchasing tickets beforehand during peak tourist seasons. Visitors may benefit from combined tickets or discounts offered by the Musea i Sogn og Fjordane. Guided tours are recommended to fully appreciate the historical context and artistic significance of the site.
Interessante Fakten
- •The original farmhouse at Astruptunet, Gamlestua, dates back to the 1700s.
- •Nikolai Astrup’s paintings often depict the farmstead and its garden, reflecting his intimate connection to the place.
- •The museum preserves the farmstead as it was during Astrup’s lifetime, maintaining historical authenticity.
- •Astruptunet became part of the Musea i Sogn og Fjordane network in 2009.
- •Astrup cultivated apples and rhubarb in the garden, which appear in his artwork.
Geschichte
The original farmhouse at Astruptunet, known as Gamlestua, dates back to the 18th century.
Nikolai and Engel Astrup bought the property in 1912 and moved there in 1914, making it their family home until Nikolai's death in 1928.
During their residence, they expanded the farmstead by restoring and adding several buildings, some relocated from other sites, thus creating a unique cultural landscape.
After Engel Astrup's death in 1965, the municipality of Jølster acquired the property in 1964 and transformed it into a museum.
A new gallery building was inaugurated in 1986, and since 2009, Astruptunet has been part of the Musea i Sogn og Fjordane museum network, preserving Astrup's legacy and the traditional rural architecture of the region.
OrtsfĂĽhrer
Gamlestua (Old Farmhouse)18th century
The original 18th-century farmhouse that Nikolai and Engel Astrup purchased and lived in. It is the heart of the museum, showcasing traditional Norwegian rural architecture and the domestic environment that inspired many of Astrup's paintings.
Museum Gallery Building1986
A gallery building opened in 1986 that houses exhibitions about Nikolai Astrup’s life and artwork, including his distinctive use of color and depictions of Vestlandet’s landscapes.
Farmstead and Garden
The surrounding farm buildings and garden maintained as they were during Astrup’s residence, featuring traditional rural structures and plants such as apples and rhubarb that Astrup cultivated and painted.
Kontakt
Telefon: 99 20 26 76
