Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1844)

(Italian text only) Bertel Thorvaldsen was an internationally famous Danish sculptor who spent most of his life (1797-1838) in Italy. Born in Copenhagen Thorvaldsen won many honors and medals at the Royal Danish Academy. He was awarded a stipend to continue his education.In Rome where he maintained a large workshop and worked in a heroic neo-classicist style. Upon his return to Denmark in 1838 Thorvaldsen was received as a national hero The Thorvaldsen Museum was erected to house his works next to Christiansborg Palace. He was seen as the successor of Antonio Canova.