Arne Emil Jacobsen | |
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| Born | 11 February 1902 Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Died | 24 March 1971 (aged 69) Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Nationality | Danish |
| Occupation | Architect |
| Awards | C. F. Hansen Medal (1955) |
| Buildings | Bellevue Theatre SAS Royal Hotel Aarhus City Hall St Catherine's College Danmarks Nationalbank |
Arne Emil Jacobsen, Hon. FAIA (Danish pronunciation: [ˈɑːnə e̝ˈmiˀl ˈjɑkʰʌpsn̩]; 11 February 1902 – 24 March 1971) was a Danish architect and furniture designer. He is remembered for his contribution to architectural functionalism and for the worldwide success he enjoyed with simple well-designed chairs.