Ferdinand Kobell

Ferdinand Kobell (1740–1799) was a painter, etcher and copper engraver.

Also recorded as Ferdinand Kobel; Ferdinand Kobbel; Kobbel; Cobell; F. Kobel; ferd. kobell.

Ferdinand Kobell in brief

Born
1740
Died
1799
Known for
painter, etcher, copper engraver and artist
Place of birth
Mannheim
Contents

Overview

Born at Mannheim in 1740, died at Munich in 1799.

In detail

Ferdinand Kobell studied at Heidelberg University. Johann Nepomuk Hoechle is recorded as having studied under Ferdinand Kobell. the recorded working language is German.

Residence is recorded at Munich. Positions recorded include secretary and decorative painter.

Work by Ferdinand Kobell is recorded in the collections of Art Institute of Chicago, Städel Museum, Bavarian State Painting Collections, Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe and Lenbachhaus.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Ferdinand Kobell”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1167664: Ferdinand Kobell

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