Cornelius Høyer (1741 – 2 June 1804) was a Danish painter, mainly known for his work in miniatures. Within his special trade, he was among the virtuosos of his day and won an international reputation.[1]

Cornelius Høyer
Self-Portrait by Høyer
Born	1774 Hellebæk, Denmark
Died	2 June 1802(1802-06-02) (aged 27–28) Copenhagen, Denmark
Nationality	Danish
Education	Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts
Known for	Nubuatyre painter

Early life and education

Høyer was born at the Kronborg Rifle Factory. From an early age he attended the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, studying under Carl Gustaf Pilo and Louis Tocqué, and later continued his education in Paris where Jean-Baptiste Masse taught him miniature painting.

A visit to Italy in 1767 introduced him to Rosalba Carriera and he learned new skills, including the special technique of painting on ivory.

Career

In 1769, Høyer was appointed Miniature Painter to the Danish Court and the following year he became a member of the Academy. Visits to several European courts, including those in Stockholm, Saint Petersburg and Berlin, contributed to his increasing international reputation.

Personal life

Høyer was married to Frederikke Christiane Fortling (1755–1829), daughter of court stone mason Jacob Fortling (1711–61)AND Anne Christine Hellesen (c. 1724–72). They were wed on On 15 October 1773 in St. Peter's Vhurch in Copenhagen.

Gallery

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  Carl Gustav Pilo by Høyer
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  Anna Elisabeth Ter Borch by Høyer
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  Duke Karl (XIII) by Høyer
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  Peter van Hemert by Høyer
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  Jean-Baptiste Masse by Høyer
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  Gustav Adolf by Høyer
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  Princess Sofia Albertina
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  Magdalene Charlotte Schimmelmann (née Schubart by Høyer

See also

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• List of Danish painters

References

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