Martha Biilmann (1921-2008) was a Greenlandic furrier known for her expertise in animal skins and their care. She worked as a consultant for the government of Greenland and a teacher in several institutions.[1] Throughout her career, she promoted awareness and education about traditional methods of working with sealskin.[2] In 1990, Biilmann published Amminik Suleriaaseq, a guide to sealskin.
Martha Biilmann | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1921 |
| Died | 2008 (aged 86–87) |
| Nationality | Greenlandic |
| Occupation(s) | Furrier and educator |
In recognition of her work, Biilmann was awarded the Danish Medal of Merit and Greenlandic Nersornaat.[3] She also received the Greenlandic Culture Prize in 1988.[4]
References
edit- ^ "Martha Biilmann død". Sermitsiaq.AG (in Danish). March 16, 2008. Retrieved 15 January 2021.
- ^ Møller, Rasmus (2003). "Martha Biilmann (1921 - 2008)". Dansk kvindebiografisk leksikon (in Danish). KVINFO. Retrieved 15 January 2021.
- ^ Sommer, Karsten (March 14, 2008). "Martha Biilmann død, 87 år". KNR (in Danish). Retrieved 15 January 2021.
- ^ "Kulturpris - Naalakkersuisut". Naalakkersuisut - Government of Greenland (in Danish). Retrieved 15 January 2021.
External links
edit- Interview with Martha Biilmann on KNR, 1986 (in Greenlandic)