About Atelier Skovbrinken
Atelie Skovbrinken is located in the Horsemose Quarter of Lillerød, North Zealand, just five minutes from the forest and Allerød station. The house and its adjoining atelier were built in 1879 and have a rich history of artistic legacy. Over the years, this unique place has served as a haven for artists, including the landscape painter Erik Muhlertz, whose mother was the daughter of the Danish Renaissance painter Carl Bloch. Erik lived here with his muse and wife, Nanette, who was also an artist. Together, they expanded the house over time, investing in new wings and spaces by selling portions of the land.
This house has long been a retreat for artists who wanted to escape the city life of Copenhagen during the summer. It has witnessed countless lively dinners and inspiring gatherings, bringing together artists, writers, and intellectuals. While Nanette and Erik never had children, Nanette was known for her warmth toward the neighborhood children, often inviting them into her home. As a portrait painter, she created lasting mementos for those who came to have their portraits painted here.
Nanette passed away in 2014, and the next year, my husband and I took over the house, which was in poor condition by then. With great respect for its history, we renovated both the house, atelier and the garden, bringing new life to this beautiful place. Since then, it has become the heart of our family, and our two daughters, now 9 and 11, have grown up here surrounded by garden, forrest and the spirit of the artists who once called this place home.
Atelier Skovbrinken is located in the old atelier and honors its collaborative, artistic legacy by transforming it into a unique space for creative collaborations. By hosting events that blend garden-to-table gastronomy, live music, wine tastings, lectures, and workshops. Our aim is to create a gathering place for artists, chefs, craftsmen, and writers, allowing them to connect and create new memories in the same spirit that once brought Erik, Nanette, and so many others together.
About Atelier Skovbrinken
Atelier Skovbrinken, is located in Lillerød’s historic Horsemose Quarter, just minutes from Allerød Station and the forest. Built in 1879, the house and atelier have long held a special place in Denmark’s artistic history. Once the home of landscape painter Erik Muhlertz—grandson of Carl Bloch—and his wife, Nanette, a portrait artist, the atelier quickly became a summer retreat for artists and intellectuals escaping Copenhagen. The couple expanded the house over the years, creating a welcoming space where writers, painters, and thinkers would gather for lively dinners and inspiration-filled summers.
After Nanette’s passing in 2015, we undertook a careful restoration, honoring the atelier’s spirit and preserving its character. Today, Atelier Skovbrinken remains true to its roots as a place of creative connection, carrying forward the legacy of artistic exchange and community that has defined it for over a century.
Erik Konrad Myhlertz (1887–1971)
– Birth/Death: Born February 9, 1887, in Copenhagen; died November 27, 1971, in Lillerød.
– Family: Son of Axel Myhlertz and Henriette Bloch. Married Nanette Webèr in 1944.
Career
Myhlertz was a landscape painter inspired by Rude Skov, Søllerød, and Høsterkøb. Known for a naturalistic style, his work captures the essence of Zealand’s landscapes, often compared to the Værløse School.
Education & Awards
– Studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts (1909–1914).
– Received the Sødring Prize, Ronge Prize, and Academy honors (1916–1917).
Notable Works
– “Spring Sun in Rude Skov” (1915), “Clear Frosty Weather” (1921), and “Forest Meadow” (1934).
