Joseph Simon Volmar

Joseph Simon Volmar (1796–1865) was a Swiss painter, sculptor and university teacher.

Also recorded as Joseph Volmar; j. s. volmar; j. volmar.

Joseph Simon Volmar in brief

Born
1796
Died
1865
Known for
painter, sculptor, university teacher, lithographer and artist
Place of birth
Bern
Contents

Overview

Born at Bern in 1796, died at Bern in 1865.

In detail

training under Théodore Géricault and Horace Vernet is recorded. Theodor Volmar is recorded as having studied under Joseph Simon Volmar.

Employment is recorded with University of Bern.

Distinctions recorded are Honorary doctor at the University of Bern.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Joseph Simon Volmar”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q117401: Joseph Simon Volmar

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