Hans Tegner

Hans Tegner (1853–1932) was a painter, illustrator and exlibrist.

Also recorded as Hans Christian Harold Tegner; Hans Christian Harald Tegner.

Hans Tegner in brief

Born
1853
Died
1932
Known for
painter, illustrator, exlibrist, designer, draftsperson, caricaturist and decorative artist
Place of birth
Copenhagen
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Overview

Born at Copenhagen in 1853, died at Fredensborg in 1932.

In detail

Hans Tegner studied at Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. training under Christian Vilhelm Nielsen, Adolph Kittendorff and I.W. Tegner is recorded. the recorded working language is Danish.

The field of work recorded is young adult literature.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Copenhagen. Employment is recorded with Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts.

Work by Hans Tegner is recorded in the collections of Huis van het boek.

Distinctions recorded are Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog, Medal of Merit in Gold, Professor and Knights of the Order of the Falcon.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Hans Tegner”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1582739: Hans Tegner

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