About Martin Hoffmann
Lived 1653 – 1719 (aged 65–66). Martin Hoffmann was a German musical instrument maker.
Martin Hoffmann (1653–1719) was an important German luthier, based in Leipzig. He was the father of Johann Christian Hoffmann (1683–1750), an important luthier, violin maker, and a friend and associate of Johann Sebastian Bach.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Martin Hoffmann?
German luthier
When was Martin Hoffmann born?
Martin Hoffmann was born in 1653 in Leipzig.
When did Martin Hoffmann die?
Martin Hoffmann died in 1719 in Leipzig.
What was Martin Hoffmann's occupation?
Martin Hoffmann was a musical instrument maker.
What nationality was Martin Hoffmann?
Martin Hoffmann was German.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Martin Hoffmann (luthier)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Martin Hoffmann. https://biography.guide/martin-hoffmann/
MLA: "Martin Hoffmann." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/martin-hoffmann/.
Chicago: "Martin Hoffmann." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/martin-hoffmann/.
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