About Andreas von Behn
Lived 1650 – 1700. Andreas von Behn was a Swedish painter.
Anders Been later Andreas von Behn (1650–1730), was a Norwegian painter and court dwarf in service of the Swedish queen dowager Hedwig Eleonora of Holstein-Gottorp.
Born in Norway, Been found himself in the service of the Swedish Queen Dowager, who had a number of court dwarfs in her household. In Sweden, he was often referred to as "The Dwarf from Norway". While his specific responsibilities were described as being "somewhere between that of a valet and a barber," he also pursued an active career as a painter.
Been gained recognition for his artistic talent and was known to have adorned some of the cabinets at Drottningholm Palace with his artwork. Eventually, Queen Dowager had him ennobled. In 1709, Been left Sweden furnished with travel funds from the Queen.
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Who was Andreas von Behn?
Swedish painter (1650-1730)
When was Andreas von Behn born?
Andreas von Behn was born in 1650 in Kristianopel.
When did Andreas von Behn die?
Andreas von Behn died in 1700 in Dresden.
What was Andreas von Behn's occupation?
Andreas von Behn was a painter.
What nationality was Andreas von Behn?
Andreas von Behn was Swedish.
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