Wilhelm Marstrand
Danish painter and illustrator of landscapes

Born
December 24th, 1810
214 years ago
Died
March 25th, 1873
152 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Denmark
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A prominent Danish painter and illustrator, focused on historical and genre scenes. Studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, where early works displayed influences of Romanticism. Made significant contributions to Danish art through both paintings and illustrations. Participated in various exhibitions and received accolades for artworks depicting urban life and nature. Engaged in theatre as an illustrator, producing works that visually complemented theatrical performances. Worked on murals, contributing to public buildings, and continued to influence generations of artists.
Painted historical and genre scenes
Created illustrations for theatrical works
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