About Johann Wilhelm Krause
Lived 1757 – 1828 (aged 71). Johann Wilhelm Krause was a German and Russian architect, professor, draftsperson and cartographer.
Johann Wilhelm Krause (19 June 1757 – 22 August 1828) was a Baltic German architect. His most notable work was the designing of main building of Tartu University.
He was born in Dittmannsdorf, Germany.
Before 1787 he was in the military service of England. In 1787 he came to Livonia and started to work as a home teacher. In 1803 he was chosen to the professor at the University of Tartu. During the Tartu period he designed several buildings in Tartu.
He died in Tartu.
Works 1803-1809 main building of Tartu University Old Anatomical Theatre (1803–1805 its central part, and 1825–1827 its wings) 1804-1807 restructuring of the ruins of Tartu Cathedral into the Tartu University Library.
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Who was Johann Wilhelm Krause?
Baltic German architect (1757–1828)
When was Johann Wilhelm Krause born?
Johann Wilhelm Krause was born on 1 July 1757 in Dziećmorowice.
When did Johann Wilhelm Krause die?
Johann Wilhelm Krause died on 10 August 1828 in Tartu.
What was Johann Wilhelm Krause's occupation?
Johann Wilhelm Krause was an architect, professor, draftsperson and cartographer.
What nationality was Johann Wilhelm Krause?
Johann Wilhelm Krause was German and Russian.
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