Kai Nielsen

Sculptor

Birthday November 26, 1882

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace Svendborg, Denmark

DEATH DATE Nov 2, 1924 (41)

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About

Danish sculptor known for his socially conscious style. He sculpted Blind Peasant Girl and The Marble Girl.

Before Fame

He apprenticed as a painter at age 15, but decided to pursue sculpture.

Trivia

He died while working on a draft of a Maritime monument.

Family Life

He was born to Christian Nielsen and Ane Marie.

Associated With

He and Asger Jorn are both sculptors from Denmark.