Elfi von Kantzow Alvin, pictured when she came to the United States to live.

A fine painter, Elfi von Kantzow Alvin has also designed costumes and sets for theatrical productions both on Broadway and in Stockholm. She has been an interior designer of homes, restarurants, lobbies and offices. In addition, as founder and chairperson of the Art Committee of the American Scandianvian Society, she has been curator of more than 60 Scandinavian art exhibits in New York, presenting the work of over 250 artists. Through these exhibitions, many emerging artists from all five Nordic countries have been offered the opportunity to show here in New York.

Elfi von Kantzow Alvin, a Swedish-Austrian artist, studied art and design in Budapest, Vienna, Stockholm, Milan, Paris and New York. She has served as a tiredless member of the American Scandinavian Society and is someone who has enriched all with whom she comes in contact through her energy, creativity and uplifting spirit.

The American Scandianvian Society and the Trygve Lie Gallery are grateful for the opportunity to recognize our friend by paying tribute to her, both as a remarkable person, as well as a distinguished professional in her field.

Rolf Stang and Tarja Silverman, Curators
Mari-Louise Hedlund, Honorary Curator