Gaspard van der Heyden

Gaspard van der Heyden (1496–1572) was a cartographer, instrument maker and goldsmith.

Gaspard van der Heyden in brief

Born
1496
Died
1572
Known for
cartographer, instrument maker, goldsmith, engraver and globe maker
Place of birth
Leuven
Contents

Overview

Born at Leuven in 1496, died at Leuven in 1572.

In detail

Gerardus Mercator is recorded as having studied under Gaspard van der Heyden.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Leuven.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Gaspard van der Heyden”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q2624676: Gaspard van der Heyden

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