The Albertina Foundation (Danish: Legatet Albertina) was a philanthropic foundation created by Carl Jacobsen in 1879 with the aim of installing sculpture in the public realm, particularly in the parks, of Copenhagen, Denmark.
The artworks include casts of classical Roman and Greek statues and works by contemporary artists.
It was administrated by a board consisting of the founder and two other members appointed by the City Council and the Art Academy respectively.
Jacobsen wanted contemporary French art while Ferdinand Meldahl, who represented the City Council, leaned towards Danish artists.
As a compromise, 14 of the 15 sculptures which the foundation acquired during the first ten years of its existence were castings of classical works.