Cornelia Scheffer
Dutch artist (1769–1839) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Cornelia Scheffer (née Lamme; 23 April 1769 – 4 July 1839) was a Dutch painter and portrait miniaturist.[1] She was known as "a woman of much energy and strength of character."[2] She also "was distinguished by her talents, her wit, and many good qualities, which rendered her one of the remarkable women of her time."[3] She is often thought of as the most visually commemorated artist’s mother of all time.
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Born | Cornelia Lamme (1769-04-23)23 April 1769 Dordrecht, Dutch Republic |
Died | 4 July 1839(1839-07-04) (aged 70) Paris, France |
Nationality | Dutch |
Known for | Painting |
Spouse | Johann Baptist Scheffer |
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