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Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach

1656 – 1723

Sculptor and architect from Austria

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About Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach

Lived 1656 – 1723 (aged 66). Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach was an Austrian architect, sculptor, urban planner, painter, medalist and art historian.

Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach (20 July 1656 – 5 April 1723) was an Austrian architect, sculptor, engraver, and architectural historian whose Baroque architecture profoundly influenced and shaped the tastes of the Habsburg Empire.

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Important facts

Born

20 July 1656, Graz

Birth century

17th century

Died

5 April 1723, Vienna

Occupation

Architect, sculptor, urban planner, painter, medalist, art historian

Nationality

Habsburg monarchy

Also known as

Johann Bernard Fischer Von Erlach

People in Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach's life

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1685 – 1772

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Contemporaries

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Giovanni Domenico Cassini

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach?

sculptor and architect from Austria (1656-1723)

When was Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach born?

Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach was born on 20 July 1656 in Graz.

When did Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach die?

Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach died on 5 April 1723 in Vienna.

What was Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach's occupation?

Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach was an architect, sculptor, urban planner, painter, medalist and art historian.

What nationality was Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach?

Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach was Austrian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach

· Wikidata: Q84305

· DBpedia: Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach

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