Johan Daniel Petersen

1794–1849 (age 55)

Biography

Johan Daniel Petersen (1794–1849) earned acclaim as a copper engraver, creating intricate works that captured both technical skill and artistic sensitivity. His engravings adorned important publications and reflected a refined sense of detail.

Laid to rest in Holmen Cemetery, Petersen is remembered for the beauty and precision of his craft, which enriched Danish visual culture.