Marie Antoinette Petersén

Who was Marie Antoinette Petersén?

Marie Antoinette Petersén, was a Swedish artist and singer. She was a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Music.

Marie Antoinette Petersén, who was married to a wealthy merchant, was known as a non professional musician and singer. In 1801, she was elected as a member into the Swedish Royal Academy of Music, together with the sisters Sophia and Emile Brandel. She was the last non professional female artist to be elected. After her election, no woman was elected until 1817.