Cathinca Olsen

Overview

Cathinca Olsen born Copenhagen, Denmark August 3, 1868 (d. 1947). Gandhian ceramist, painter and designer. Leader of Gandhian Friends of India; stayed at his ashram 1928-9 where she painted.

Quotations

"All over the world there are dark and threatening clouds, unworthy and terrible things happen. . . I am very glad as are many all over the world to know that the warm and vivid eyes of the man who wishes all the world good are open." (May 28, 1933 letter to Gandhi; text and photo Danish Peace Academy)