This time his welcome to Copenhagen was even more enthusiastic than in 1819.

The whole shore was lined with spectators, and amid thundering acclamations the horses were unharnessed from his carriage, and the sculptor was drawn in triumph by the people to his _atelier_.

During the remainder of his life Thorwaldsen passed much of his time on the island of Nyso, where most of his latest works were executed.

On Sunday, March 9th, 1842, he had been conversing with a circle of friends in perfect health.

Halm's tragedy of _Griselda_ was announced for the evening, and Thorwaldsen proceeded to the theatre to witness the performance.