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Theophilus Siegfried Bayer

German sinologist

Theophilus Siegfried Bayer has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists January 6, 1694 in Königsberg, Nazi Germany, Soviet Union, Kingdom of Prussia, Russian Empire, German Empire.

Born

January 6, 1694

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

Died: February 21, 1738

Source:

Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.

Birthplace
Königsberg, Nazi Germany, Soviet Union, Kingdom of Prussia, Russian Empire, German Empire
Professions
university teacher, writer, linguist, librarian, orientalist, historian, sinologist
Citizenship
Germany

Incompatible birth dates

Sources disagree: January 6, 1694 (Integrated Authority File) or January 5, 1694 (Integrated Authority File).

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.

More about Theophilus Siegfried Bayer

Birth name
Gottlieb Siegfried Bayer

All birth date sources

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Questions people ask

Where was Theophilus Siegfried Bayer born?

Theophilus Siegfried Bayer was born in Königsberg, Nazi Germany, Soviet Union, Kingdom of Prussia, Russian Empire, German Empire.

What was Theophilus Siegfried Bayer’s name at birth?

Theophilus Siegfried Bayer’s recorded birth name is Gottlieb Siegfried Bayer.

When did Theophilus Siegfried Bayer die?

Theophilus Siegfried Bayer died on February 21, 1738.