Peter Clodt von Jurgensburg

Sculptor

Birthday June 8, 1805

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Russia

DEATH DATE Nov 20, 1867 (62)

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About

Russian sculptor who made monuments and equestrian statues, such as his monument to Nicholas I of Russia.

Before Fame

He started his career as a professional artillery officer and amateur sculptor.

Trivia

He was the favorite sculptor of Nicholas I of Russia.

Family Life

He was born to a distinguished family of Baltic Germans.

Associated With

He and Louise Nevelson were both sculptors from Russia.

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