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Julius Friedlænder

1810 – 1861

Danish painter

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About Julius Friedlænder

Lived 1810 – 1861 (aged 51). Julius Friedlænder was a Danish painter.

Julius Friedlænder (29 January 1810 – 18 September 1861) was a Danish genre painter.

Biography Friedlænder was born at Copenhagen, Denmark. He was the son of Marcus Friedländer and Rebecca Heymann. He entered the Academy in 1824, afterwards studying under Johan Ludwig Lund (1777–1867).

In 1842, he was awarded a travel scholarship from the Academy. In 1843-44 he visited Paris and Italy, whence he derived additional subjects for his art. Still later he took to depicting military and naval life.

Among his pictures are: Group of Tightrope Walkers just before a Performance. (Copenhagen Gallery. 1840-1841 ) Upper Flights of the Spanish Steps in Rome (Copenhagen Gallery. 1847)

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Important facts

Born
29 January 1810, Copenhagen
Birth century
19th century
Died
18 September 1861, Copenhagen
Occupation
Painter
Nationality
Kingdom of Denmark
Education
Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts
Also known as
Julius Friedlaender, Julius Friedlander

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Julius Friedlænder?

Danish painter (1810-1861)

When was Julius Friedlænder born?

Julius Friedlænder was born on 29 January 1810 in Copenhagen.

When did Julius Friedlænder die?

Julius Friedlænder died on 18 September 1861 in Copenhagen.

What was Julius Friedlænder's occupation?

Julius Friedlænder was a painter.

What nationality was Julius Friedlænder?

Julius Friedlænder was Danish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Julius Friedlænder

· Wikidata: Q12320495

· DBpedia: Julius Friedlænder

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