Historical FigureMale
Johan Gustaf Sandberg
1782 – 1854
About this person
Wikipedia SummaryJohan Gustaf Sandberg was a Swedish painter. He was foremost a history painter and used settings from Norse mythology and Swedish history. His most widely known work in this area are his frescoes in Uppsala Cathedral that depict the Swedish king Gustav Vasa. In addition to his history paintings, Sandberg painted a number of portraits.
Biographical & Professional Details
Date of birth
May 13, 1782
Stockholm
Date of death
June 26, 1854
Klara Church Parish
Citizenship
Sweden
Occupations & fields
painterdraftsperson
Notable works
Boy from VingåkerGirl from VingåkerKing Gustav Vasa of Sweden Addressing Men from Dalarna in Mora
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