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Kay Nielsen


Born
in Copenhagen, Denmark
March 12, 1886

Died
June 21, 1957


Kay Rasmus Nielsen (March 12, 1886 – June 21, 1957) was a Danish illustrator who was popular in the early 20th century, the "golden age of illustration" which lasted from when Daniel Vierge and other pioneers developed printing technology to the point that drawings and paintings could be reproduced with reasonable facility. He joined the ranks of Arthur Rackham and Edmund Dulac in enjoying the success of the gift books of the early 20th century. Nielsen is also known for his collaborations with Disney for whom he contributed many story sketches and illustrations. ...more

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East of the Sun and West of...
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Nielsen's Fairy Tale Illust...
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Danmarks Konger og Dronninger
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