Carl Aarsleff

1852–1918 (age 66)

Biography

Carl Aarsleff sculpted forms that caught the light and spirit of his era, lending grace to Denmark’s public spaces and intimate interiors alike. His artistry revealed a deep understanding of the human figure and the stone or bronze that carried it into permanence.

Through his work he honored both tradition and innovation, leaving behind sculptures that continue to calm and inspire passersby.