Thorvaldsen: His Life and Works is a comprehensive biography of the Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen, written by Eugene Plon. The book covers Thorvaldsen's life from his birth in 1770 to his death in 1844, detailing his upbringing, education, artistic training, and professional career. Plon explores Thorvaldsen's artistic influences and his development as a sculptor, as well as his relationships with other artists, patrons, and political figures. The book also includes a catalog of Thorvaldsen's works, with descriptions and analysis of each piece. Thorvaldsen: His Life and Works is a valuable resource for art historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the life and legacy of one of Denmark's most celebrated artists.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.