Moritz von Schwind (1804 - 1871)
1804-01-21Vienna, Austria1871-02-08Pöcking, GermanyAustria, Germany
Moritz von Schwind
Moritz Ludwig von Schwind was an Austrian painter, born in Vienna. Schwind's genius was lyrical — he drew inspiration from chivalry, folklore, and the songs of the people. Schwind died in Pöcking in Bavaria, and was buried in the Alter Südfriedhof in Munich.
Date and place of birt: | 21 january 1804, Vienna, Austria |
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Date and place of death: | 8 february 1871, Pöcking, Germany |
Nationality: | Austria, Germany |
Period of activity: | XIX century |
Specialization: | Artist, Painter |
Genre: | Genre art, Mythological painting |
Art style: | Biedermeier |