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Jacob Fortling

German-Danish sculptor · Denmark · On the map · Artists · Lived 1711 to 1761 · aged 49

Jacob Fortling was a German-Danish sculptor, architect and industrialist, described as one of the most industrious people in the Denmark of his day. He came to Denmark at age 18 and embarked on a successful career, first as a sculptor and later also as an architect.

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He was also engaged in the production of building materials, owning several quarries in Norway. Just outside Copenhagen, on Amager's east coast, he founded Kastrup Værk, a large industrial facility combining a lime plant, a brickyard and a pottery.

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Country
Denmark
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1711 to 1761 · aged 49