Hurrah Thorvaldsen!
Neighborhood: Centre (Copenhagen K)
Nearest Train: Nørreport
Phone: +45 3332 1532
Fax: +45 3332 1771
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This museum, is a monument to the famous Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1844). Located in a beautiful building close to Christiansborg and Gammel Strand. In 1838 the artist donated all his magnificent sculptures to the city of Copenhagen. He financed the building of the museum, designed by Gotlieb Bindesbøll from 1838-48. Outside you will see a couple of frieze that depict the home-coming of Thorvaldsen from Rome in 1838, made by Jørgen Sonne. The original frieze were replaced by copies in 1948-58. The interior of the museum was inspired by the old Pompeii and the wonderful frescos were created by artists living at that time. In the cellar you can see Thorvaldsen's own drawings and model sketches, as well as some of his personal belongings. He is buried under the museum's yard.
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Associated Events
Drawings And SketchesJan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
10:00AM
Thorvaldsens Museum features a collection of Thorvaldsen's drawings and sketches. These are a delight to art lovers and can be an inspirations to budding artists. Check website for further details.
Private Possessions
Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
10:00AM
Thorvaldsens Museum exhibits Thorvaldsen's private things and life history in their special exhibit Private Possessions. Check website for details.
Reviews
Worth the time if you like sculptures
I think the place is on the short list of places to see when in Copenhagen. It is fairly centrally ...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jun 08 2008
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