Emil Wikström
Emil Wikström (13 April 1864 in Turku – 26 September 1942 Helsinki) was a Finnish sculptor. Among his best known works are the Lyhdynkantajat ("Lantern Carriers") sculptures on the front of the Helsinki Central railway station and the monuments to Elias Lönnrot and Johan Vilhelm Snellman.
Emil Wikström | |
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Wikström in the 1930s | |
| Born | 13 April 1864 Turku, Grand Duchy of Finland, Russian Empire (now Finland) |
| Died | 26 September 1942 (aged 78) Helsinki, Finland |
| Nationality | Finnish |
| Known for | Sculpture |
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