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Johann Balthasar Bullinger

1713 – 1793

Swiss landscape painter

Painter Printmaker Art collector
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About Johann Balthasar Bullinger

Lived 1713 – 1793 (aged 79). Johann Balthasar Bullinger was a Swiss painter, printmaker, art collector and draftsperson.

Drawing by Bullinger showing the Bauschänzli bulwark in 1770.

Johann Balthasar Bullinger (30 November 1713 – 31 March 1793) was a Swiss landscape painter.

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Important facts

Born
30 November 1713, Langnau am Albis
Birth century
18th century
Died
31 March 1793, Zurich
Occupation
Painter, printmaker, art collector, draftsperson
Nationality
Switzerland
Also known as
Johann Balthasar, I Bullinger, Johann Balthasar Bullinger I, Van Billinger, Johann Balthasar I Bullinger, Billanger
morebullinger j. b., johann balthasar bullinger, j. b. bullinger

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Johann Balthasar Bullinger?

Swiss landscape painter (1713-1793)

When was Johann Balthasar Bullinger born?

Johann Balthasar Bullinger was born on 30 November 1713 in Langnau am Albis.

When did Johann Balthasar Bullinger die?

Johann Balthasar Bullinger died on 31 March 1793 in Zurich.

What was Johann Balthasar Bullinger's occupation?

Johann Balthasar Bullinger was a painter, printmaker, art collector and draftsperson.

What nationality was Johann Balthasar Bullinger?

Johann Balthasar Bullinger was Swiss.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Johann Balthasar Bullinger

· Wikidata: Q119373

· DBpedia: Johann Balthasar Bullinger

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