Draft:Besse Giersing
Danish Painter and Actress
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Besse Giersing, (néé, Johanne Marie Birgitte Syberg) was a Danish actress and painter. Giersing was born in 1896, and died in 1944.[1]
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Early life and education
Besse Giersing was born in September 1896 to Anna and Fritz Syberg. In 1916, at the age of 20, Giersing was engaged to Poul Henningsen, who then broke off the engagement as he was in love with his cousin. Following this, Besse Giersing attempted suicide. In 1917, Besse Giersing attended Harald Giersing's painting school, and married him the same year. In 1921, Giersing attended the student school of The Royal Danish Theatre.[2]
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Death and burial
In June 1944, Giersing committed suicide and was buried in Drigstrup Cemetery. Her funeral was attended by all her siblings.[4]
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