Max Dauthendey
Author and painter; 'Impressionen'
Born
July 25th, 1867
158 years ago
Died
1918
107 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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Born in 1867, this individual was a German author and painter who contributed to literature and art during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The works often explored themes of nature, culture, and personal experience. He became associated with the literary and artistic movements of his time, reflecting the transitions occurring within society.
Published the collection 'Impressionen'
Created various paintings that featured landscapes and cultural motifs
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