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201980 minPGdocumentary

7.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Sarcophagus for a Queen

201980 minPGdocumentary

7.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

A monumental sarcophagus is crafted by Bjørn Nørgaard and Czech glass artists to honor Queen Margrethe II and Prince Henrik of Denmark.

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A monumental sarcophagus is crafted by Bjørn Nørgaard and Czech glass artists to honor Queen Margrethe II and Prince Henrik of Denmark.

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Pavel Štingl

Pavel Štingldirector

Miroslav Janekdirector

Pavel Štingl

Pavel Štinglwriter

Zdeněk Lhotskýcast

Bjørn Nørgaard

Bjørn Nørgaardcast

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Bjørn Nørgaard collaborates with Czech glass artists to design a monumental sarcophagus for Queen Margrethe II and Prince Henrik of Denmark. Set against the backdrop of Denmark's royal heritage, the film captures the intricate crafting process and the artistic techniques involved. It details the challenges faced by the artists as they strive to create a fitting tribute that honors the legacy of the Danish royal couple. The project reflects a commitment to memorializing influential figures in a meaningful way.

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