Nicolaas Kruik

Nicolaas Kruik (1678–1754) was a Dutch astronomer, cartographer and surveyor.

Also recorded as Nicolaas Samuel Crucquius; Nicolaus Samuelis Cruquius; Nicolaas Samuelszoon Kruik.

Nicolaas Kruik in brief

Born
1678
Died
1754
Known for
astronomer, cartographer, surveyor, draftsperson, instrument maker, copper engraver, hydraulic engineer and map drawer
Place of birth
Vlieland
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Overview

Born at Vlieland in 1678, died at Spaarndam in 1754.

In detail

Nicolaas Kruik studied at Leiden University. the recorded working language is Dutch.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Leiden. Membership is recorded of Royal Society.

Work by Nicolaas Kruik is recorded in the collections of Stadsarchief Delft and Museum Slot Loevestein.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the Royal Society.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Nicolaas Kruik”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q258555: Nicolaas Kruik

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