She made her début in La Sylphide in the role Bournonville had choreographed specially for her predecessor.

Her career came to an end in 1849 when she came on stage wearing a diadem which the audience thought was a priceless gift from one of her well-to-do admirers although it was in fact just a cheap theatrical prop.

In later life she became mentally ill and died on 29 March 1902, completely forgotten as a dancer.

She was said to be tall and thin with a perfect figure and beautiful blue eyes.

[2] In contrast to Andrea Krætzmer and Grahn, her dancing was devoid of erotic temperament and vivid facial expression but this was compensated by her sensitivity, almost noble charisma and technical prowess, making her popular with her audiences.