Birth Date: | 1921 |
Death Place: | Maniitsoq |
Nationality: | Greenlandic |
Occupation: | Furrier and educator |
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.
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]