Bertel Thorvaldsen
Bertel Thorvaldsen was a Danish sculptor and medalist of international fame, who spent most of his life (1797–1838) in Italy. Thorvaldsen was born in Copenhagen into a working-class Danish/Icelandic family, and was accepted to the Royal Danish Academy of Art at the age of eleven. Working part-time with his father, who was a wood carver, Thorvaldsen won many honors and medals at the academy. He was awarded a stipend to travel to Rome and continue his education.
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Male
Full Name
Albert Bertel Thorvaldsen
Birth Place
Kingdom of Denmark, Denmark, Capital Region of Denmark
Date of Death
March 24th, 1844
Died Aged
-125
Star Sign
Scorpio
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