About Hans Michelsen
Lived 1789 – 1859 (aged 69–70). Hans Michelsen was a Norwegian sculptor, medalist and draftsperson.
Hans Michelsen (1789 – 20 June 1859) was a Norwegian sculptor.
He was born in Melhus; the son of farmer Michel Sørensen Hægstad and Abel Jonsdatter. He studied sculpture with Erik Gustaf Göthe in Stockholm from 1815, and from 1820 to 1826 with Bertel Thorvaldsen in Rome. Among his works are busts of Prime Minister Peder Anker, Charles XIII of Sweden, Charles XIV John of Sweden, Crown Prince Oscar and Thomas Angell.
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Who was Hans Michelsen?
Norwegian sculptor (1789–1859)
When was Hans Michelsen born?
Hans Michelsen was born in 1789 in Leinstrand Municipality.
When did Hans Michelsen die?
Hans Michelsen died on 20 June 1859 in Christiania.
What was Hans Michelsen's occupation?
Hans Michelsen was a sculptor, medalist and draftsperson.
What nationality was Hans Michelsen?
Hans Michelsen was Norwegian.
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