About Johan Henrik Scheffel
Lived 1690 – 1781 (aged 91). Johan Henrik Scheffel was a Swedish painter.
Johan Henrik Scheffel (9 April 1690 – 21 December 1781) was a Swedish artist. He became known for his portraits of Carl von Linné, Christopher Polhem and Hedvig Charlotta Nordenflycht.
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Who was Johan Henrik Scheffel?
Swedish artist (1690-1781)
When was Johan Henrik Scheffel born?
Johan Henrik Scheffel was born on 9 April 1690 in Wismar.
When did Johan Henrik Scheffel die?
Johan Henrik Scheffel died on 21 December 1781 in Västerås domkyrkoförsamling.
What was Johan Henrik Scheffel's occupation?
Johan Henrik Scheffel was a painter.
What nationality was Johan Henrik Scheffel?
Johan Henrik Scheffel was Swedish.
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