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Henriette Danneskiold-Samsøe

Danish businesswoman (1776-1843) · Denmark · On the map · Politicians · Died at 66

Johanne Henriette Valentine Danneskiold-Samsøe née Kaas was a Danish countess who, when widowed, fulfilled her former husband's plans by founding the Holmegaard Glass Factory near Næstved in 1825. In so doing, she became one of Denmark's most notable early businesswomen.

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Danneskiold-Samsøe is also remembered for the correspondence she maintained with her former tutor Peder Deichmann.

Country
Denmark
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1776 to 1843 · aged 66