Niels Laurits Høyen
(1798-1870)
Danish art historian
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Niels Laurits Andreas Høyen (4 June 1798 – 29 April 1870) is 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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4 June 1798 Copenhagen, Denmark
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29 April 1870 (aged 71) Copenhagen, Denmark
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| Zodiac | Gemini |
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