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August Hoffmann von Vestenhof

1848 – 1922

Munich-based Austrian artist

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About August Hoffmann von Vestenhof

Lived 1848 – 1922 (aged 73). August Hoffmann von Vestenhof was an Austrian sculptor, illustrator, painter and writer.

August Adolf Hoffmann Ritter von Vestenhof (1849–1922) was an Austrian painter, illustrator, sculptor and writer, based in Munich.

Life August Hoffmann von Vestenhof was born in Olmütz (modern-day Olomouc), Moravia on 18 June 1849.

He died in Munich on 15 May 1922, aged 72.

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Important facts

Born
15 July 1848, Olomouc
Birth century
19th century
Died
15 May 1922, Munich
Occupation
Sculptor, illustrator, painter, writer
Nationality
Austria–Hungary
Also known as
August Hoffmann von Vestenhoff, August Hoffmann-Vestenhof, August Adolf Hoffmann Ritter von Vestenhof

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Frequently asked questions

Who was August Hoffmann von Vestenhof?

munich-based Austrian artist (1849–1922)

When was August Hoffmann von Vestenhof born?

August Hoffmann von Vestenhof was born on 15 July 1848 in Olomouc.

When did August Hoffmann von Vestenhof die?

August Hoffmann von Vestenhof died on 15 May 1922 in Munich.

What was August Hoffmann von Vestenhof's occupation?

August Hoffmann von Vestenhof was a sculptor, illustrator, painter and writer.

What nationality was August Hoffmann von Vestenhof?

August Hoffmann von Vestenhof was Austrian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: August Hoffmann von Vestenhof

· Wikidata: Q15430496

· DBpedia: August Hoffmann von Vestenhof

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