About Anker Eli Petersen
Born 1959. Anker Eli Petersen is a Danish designer, painter, writer, postage stamp designer and songwriter.
Anker Eli Petersen (born 7 June 1959 in Tvøroyri) is a Faroese writer and artist.
He is most known for his many Faroe Islands postage stamp designs under the name Anker Eli. Many of his stamps depict scenes from Norse mythology, Christianity, or interpretations of other Faroese authors or poets. He is also designing the Postverk Føroya web site, that will become a portal about the Faroes, and has illustrated many books.
As a writer, he translates texts from Old Norse, and writes children's carols and lyrics for Faroese singers.
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Who is Anker Eli Petersen?
Faroese writer and artist
When was Anker Eli Petersen born?
Anker Eli Petersen was born on 7 June 1959 in Tvøroyri.
What is Anker Eli Petersen's occupation?
Anker Eli Petersen is a designer, painter, writer, postage stamp designer and songwriter.
What nationality is Anker Eli Petersen?
Anker Eli Petersen is Danish.
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