About Johann Gottfried Auerbach
Lived 1697 – 1753 (aged 55). Johann Gottfried Auerbach was a German painter.
Johann Gottfried Auerbach (28 October 1697 – 5 August 1753) was an Austrian painter and etcher. He painted primarily portraits and battle genre works. Some of his works can be found at the Kunsthistorisches Museum. In 1735, he was appointed Imperial Court Painter by Emperor Charles VI. In 1750, he became a member of the Academy of Fine Arts.
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Who was Johann Gottfried Auerbach?
Austrian artist (1697-1753)
When was Johann Gottfried Auerbach born?
Johann Gottfried Auerbach was born on 28 October 1697 in Mühlhausen/Thuringia.
When did Johann Gottfried Auerbach die?
Johann Gottfried Auerbach died on 5 August 1753 in Vienna.
What was Johann Gottfried Auerbach's occupation?
Johann Gottfried Auerbach was a painter.
What nationality was Johann Gottfried Auerbach?
Johann Gottfried Auerbach was German.
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