Johann Joachim Winckelmann
Johann Joachim Winckelmann was an 18th-century German archaeologist and art historian, often considered the father of modern art history, who emphasized the importance of classical Greek art and its influence on Western culture.
Born on Dec 09, 1717 (308 years old)
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Switzerland:
Johann Joachim Winckelmann was an Enlightenment intellectual and art historian who studied ancient Roman statues.
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Italy:
Winckelmann was a friend of Angelica Kauffmann and a significant figure in the study of classical art.
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Switzerland:
Johann Joachim Winckelmann recommended to his contemporaries to look to ancient Greece for inspiration.
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