Johannes Takanen

Place: Ala-Urpala

Born: 1849

Death: 1885

Biography:

Johannes Takanen was a Finnish sculptor born in Ala-Urpala, Virolahti, Finland on December 8, 1849. He died in Rome, Italy on September 30, 1885. Takanen is known for his 26 artworks and is considered one of the most significant Finnish sculptors of the 19th century. His works are displayed in various museums and galleries, including the Art Renewal Center, MutualArt, Artnet, Arthive, Musée d'Orsay, and Wikipedia. Takanen's most famous works include the statue of Alexander II in Helsinki, Finland, and the sculpture 'Cupid Tormenting Hearts'.