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Niels Laurits Høyen

Danish art historian

Died when: 71 years 329 days (862 months)
Star Sign: Gemini

 

Niels Laurits Høyen

Niels Laurits Andreas Høyen (4 June 1798 – 29 April 1870) was considered to be the first Danish art historian and critic.He promoted a Danish nationalistic art through his writings and lectures, and exerted a far reaching effect on contemporary artists.

His work in various cultural institutions helped steer the development of Danish art during the mid-19th century.


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