About Karl E. Nilsen
Lived 1945 – 2011 (aged 66). Karl E. Nilsen was a Norwegian sculptor and illustrator.
Karl Erik Nilsen (22 July 1945 – 2 December 2011) was a Norwegian artist.
He was born in Oslo and took his education at the Norwegian National Academy of Craft and Art Industry. His main art form was sculpting, but he was also a painter, graphic artist and illustrator. Illustrating assignments include the book series Hellemyrsfolket. His work is owned by the National Gallery of Norway, the National Touring Exhibitions and Oslo Municipality. He died in 2011.
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Who was Karl E. Nilsen?
Norwegian artist (1945-2011)
When was Karl E. Nilsen born?
Karl E. Nilsen was born on 22 July 1945 in Oslo.
When did Karl E. Nilsen die?
Karl E. Nilsen died on 2 December 2011.
What was Karl E. Nilsen's occupation?
Karl E. Nilsen was a sculptor and illustrator.
What nationality was Karl E. Nilsen?
Karl E. Nilsen was Norwegian.
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