J. C. Jacobsen
| J. C. Jacobsen | |
|---|---|
| Portrait by August Jerndorff | |
| Born | 2 September 1811 | 
| Died | 30 April 1887 (aged 75) | 
| Resting place | The crypt, Jesus Church | 
| Nationality | Danish | 
| Occupation(s) | Brewer and industrialist | 
| Known for | As founder of Carlsberg | 
Jacob Christian Jacobsen (2 September 1811 – 30 April 1887), mostly known as J. C. Jacobsen, was a Danish industrialist and philanthropist best known for founding the brewery Carlsberg.