About L.O. Wenckebach
Lived 1895 – 1962 (aged 67). L.O. Wenckebach was a Dutch painter, university teacher, sculptor, medalist, postage stamp designer and designer.
Ludwig Oswald Wenckebach (16 June 1895 – 3 November 1962) was a Dutch sculptor, painter, and medallist. He was the son of the anatomist Karel Frederik Wenckebach and nephew and pupil of the graphic designer and painter Willem Wenckebach. He started as a painter, but in 1920 switched to sculpting. He is best known for his many war monuments and designing the coins issued in the Netherlands between 1948 and 1980.
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External sources Oswald Wenckebach at the Netherlands Institute for Art History.
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Who was L.O. Wenckebach?
Dutch artist (1895-1962)
When was L.O. Wenckebach born?
L.O. Wenckebach was born on 16 June 1895 in Heerlen.
When did L.O. Wenckebach die?
L.O. Wenckebach died on 3 November 1962 in Noordwijkerhout.
What was L.O. Wenckebach's occupation?
L.O. Wenckebach was a painter, university teacher, sculptor, medalist, postage stamp designer and designer.
What nationality was L.O. Wenckebach?
L.O. Wenckebach was Dutch.
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