Gottfried van Swieten

Librarian and diplomat in Vienna

Gottfried van Swieten - Librarian and diplomat in Vienna
Born

1733
292 years ago

Died

March 29th, 1803
221 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Austria

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Served as a librarian and diplomat in Vienna during the late 18th century. Contributed to the cultural life of the city through the promotion of music and literature. Played a significant role in the musical careers of prominent composers, including Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Joseph Haydn. Established the Austrian National Library, enhancing access to literary works.

Established the Austrian National Library

Promoted the works of Mozart and Haydn

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