Matthias Kessels

Matthias Kessels (1784–1836) was a Dutch sculptor, draftsperson and goldsmith.

Also recorded as Mathieu Kessels.

Matthias Kessels in brief

Born
1784
Died
1836
Known for
sculptor, draftsperson and goldsmith
Place of birth
Maastricht
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Overview

Born at Maastricht in 1784, died at Rome in 1836.

In detail

the recorded working language is Dutch.

The field of work recorded is art of sculpture. The authority associates the name with Neoclassicism.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Venlo, Paris and Hamburg. Membership is recorded of Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Work by Matthias Kessels is recorded in the collections of Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Museum De Lakenhal and National Museum Paleis het Loo.

Sources

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q353336: Matthias Kessels

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