Christina Piper
Christina Piper | |
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Christina Piper by David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl, 1698 | |
| Born | Christina Törne 1 January 1673 Stockholm, Sweden |
| Died | 25 March 1752 (aged 79) Krageholm Castle, Sweden |
| Spouse(s) | Carl Piper (m. 1690–1716; his death) |
| Children | 9 |
| Parent(s) | Olof Hansson Törne Margareta Andersen |
Christina Piper (née Törne; 1 January 1673 – 25 March 1752) was a Swedish countess, landowner and entrepreneur who was married to the statesman and military count Carl Piper. During the tenure of her spouse in office, she played a considerable political role. Christina Piper became known in history as a landowner and builder. She is known as one of the most successful female entrepreneurs in contemporary Scandinavia and as one of the greatest builders in the history of Scania.