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Anne Marie Carl-Nielsen

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Anne Marie Carl-Nielsen (1863-1945) is often recognised as the spouse of famed Danish composer Carl Nielsen, but she was a formidable artist in her own right. Celebrated during her lifetime, she helped pave the way for future generations of female artists to receive education and opportunities in the arts. Notably, she was the first woman globally to create an equestrian statue of a king, depicting Christian IX of Denmark, as well as bronze doors for Ribe Cathedral.

Despite her significant contributions and tireless work in plaster and bronze, Anne Marie Carl-Nielsen has yet to receive her full recognition in the annals of art history.
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Ideal for readers interested in arts and culture, feminist art history, and Scandinavian sculpture. A compelling read for those wanting to explore overlooked female artists who shaped the art world.

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Anne Marie Carl-Nielsen (1863-1945) might be best known for her marriage to the Danish composer Carl Nielsen. However, she was definitely an artist in her own right. Her work was greatly acknowledged during her time, and she paved the way for many female artists, allowing them to educate and perform their art.

She was the first woman in the world to undertake two of the most prestigious projects in professional sculpture: an equestrian statue of a king (Christian IX of Denmark) and bronze doors for a cathedral (Ribe Cathedral).

Paradoxically, while her extensive, tireless work in plaster and bronze has made Anne Marie Carl-Nielsen an inspiring role model for generations of Danish sculptors, it has not yet earned her a justified place in art history.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9788794102100

Publisher: Strandberg Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 09 December 2021

Country: Denmark

Imprint: Strandberg Publishing

Illustration: 140 Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 296.0mm

Weight: 1120g

Pages: 224

About the Author

Emilie Boe Bierlich (b. 1979) is a postdoctoral fellow at Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek and holds a PhD in art history.

Anna Manly is editor and curator of the Modern Collection at Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek.

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