Nicolai Eigtved
Danish architect · Denmark · On the map · Architects · Lived 1701 to 1754 · aged 52
Nicolai Eigtved, also known as Niels Eigtved, was a Danish architect. He introduced and was the leading proponent of the French rococo or late baroque style in Danish architecture during the 1730s-1740s. He designed and built some of the most prominent buildings of his time, a number of which still stand to this day.
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He also played an important role in the establishment of the Royal Danish Academy of Art, and was its first native-born leader.
Country
Denmark
Category
Architects
Type
Architect
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1701 to 1754 · aged 52
