Stephansdom in Wien, Austria — Central Europe (Eastern Alps)
Moritz von Schwind
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, June 15, 2017
1. Moritz von Schwind Marker
Moriz von Schwind
am 21. Jänner 1804 geboren
dem Andenken des berühmten Malers
die Gemeinde Wien
In this house Moritz von Schwind was born, on January 21st, 1804.
In commemoration of the the famed painter - the Community of Vienna
Erected by die Gemeinde Wien.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Arts, Letters, Music. A significant historical date for this entry is January 21, 1804.
Location. 48° 12.631′ N, 16° 22.657′ E. Marker is in Wien. It is in Stephansdom. Marker is on Fleischmarkt just west of Laurenzerberg, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Fleischmarkt 15, Wien 1010, Austria. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Leoš Janáček (within shouting distance of this marker); Andrij Hnatschyn (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz (about 150 meters away); Former University Office
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Also see . . . Moritz von Schwind (Wikipedia). "Moritz von Schwind (21 January 1804 – 8 February 1871) 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." (Submitted on September 11, 2017.)
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, June 15, 2017
2. Moritz von Schwind Marker - Wide View
An additional marker is located below the von Schwind marker, reading (in translation): "Schwindhof - birthplace of the painter Moritz von Schwind. Built 1718."
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, June 15, 2017
3. Moritz von Schwind Marker - Wider View
Photographed By Franz Hanfstaengl (via Wikimedia Commons), circa 1860
4. Moritz von Schwind
Photographed By Moritz von Schwind, 1859
5. Abschied im Morgengrau (Farewell at Dawn)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2022. It was originally submitted on September 11, 2017, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 180 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on September 11, 2017, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
