Laurits Tuxen: Pioneer of Skagen Impressionism and Royal Portraiture Lauritz Regner Tuxen (1853-1927) stands as a pivotal figure in Danish art history, particularly renowned for his contribution to the burgeoning Skagen School movement and his distinguished career portraying European royalty. Born in Copenhagen, Denmark, he inherited artistic talent from his father, Nicolai Elias Tuxen, a naval officer and shipyard director—a lineage…