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Herbert Beck

1941 – 2026

German art historian

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About Herbert Beck

Lived 1941 – 2026 (aged 84–85). Herbert Beck was a German art historian.

Herbert Beck (30 April 1941 – 5 January 2026) was a German art historian and museum director. He was the director of the Liebieghaus and the Städel. Beck died on 5 January 2026, at the age of 84.

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Important facts

Born
1941, Hanau
Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Positions held
Museum director
Awards
Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany; Hessian Order of Merit; Language adulterator award

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Herbert Beck?

German art historian

When was Herbert Beck born?

Herbert Beck was born in 1941 in Hanau.

When did Herbert Beck die?

Herbert Beck died on 5 January 2026 in Hamburg.

What was Herbert Beck's occupation?

Herbert Beck was an art historian.

What nationality was Herbert Beck?

Herbert Beck was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Herbert Beck

· Wikidata: Q1608034

· DBpedia: Herbert Beck (historian)

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