Benjamin Blessum

Benjamin Blessum (November 4, 1877 – October 4, 1954) was an American painter, graphic artist and illustrator.

He was the son of shoemaker Johan Blessum and Marit Trøen from Vågå, Gudbrandsdal.

[3] In 1905, Blessum was selected to design and illustrate a publication marking the coronation of Haakon VII of Norway.

Blessum received the Royal Norwegian Order of St. Olav, First Class, bestowed by King Haakon VII of Norway in recognition of his many services to the nation.

[7] Blessum settled in Chicago with his wife, Karen Olsen, whom he married in 1900, and their children, Norman and Dagny.