THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME

Joseph Merk

noted Austrian cellist, often described as one of the most influential of the first half of the 19th century (1795–1852)

Joseph Merk has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists January 18, 1795 in Vienna, Austria.

Born

January 18, 1795

An exact age is omitted because the recorded dates are incompatible or not precise enough.

Died: June 16, 1852

Source:

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Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Professions: music educator, composer, cellist

Incompatible birth dates

Sources disagree: January 18, 1795 (International Music Score Library Project; Integrated Authority File; BnF authorities) or March 15, 1795 (Merk, Joseph (BLKÖ)).

The main date retains its own sources. These alternatives overlap neither all other statements nor the main date. Rank is Wikidata editorial priority, not proof.

March 15, 1795

Precision: day · Rank: normal

Source: Merk, Joseph (BLKÖ)

All birth date sources

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Questions people ask

Where was Joseph Merk born?

Joseph Merk was born in Vienna, Austria.

When did Joseph Merk die?

Joseph Merk died on June 16, 1852.