Passavant, Johann David, 1787-1861

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The German painter and art historian John David Passavant, initially trained as a merchant, started studying painting in Paris and Rome, and produced numerous works. In 1839 he published an impressive monograph, Raphael von Urbino, which drew on extensive archival research. His travel notes from England, Belgium and Spain also earned widespread admiration. In 1840 he was appointed inspector of the Städelisches Kunstinstitut.

From the description of Letter to Audin, 1842 Oct. 8. (Getty Research Institute). WorldCat record id: 84649346

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Birth 1787-09-18

Death 1861-08-12

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