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Wilhelm von Gloeden

German photographer (1856-1931)

Wilhelm von Gloeden has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists September 16, 1856 in Völkshagen, Germany.

Born

September 16, 1856

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

Died: February 16, 1931

Birthplace
Völkshagen, Germany
Professions
photographer, artist
Citizenship
Germany

Incompatible birth dates

Sources disagree: September 16, 1856 (The Fine Art Archive; Artists of the World Online; BnF authorities; Luminous-Lint; Find a Grave) or September 18, 1856 (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.

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All birth date sources

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Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026. View Wikidata record

Questions people ask

Where was Wilhelm von Gloeden born?

Wilhelm von Gloeden was born in Völkshagen, Germany.

When did Wilhelm von Gloeden die?

Wilhelm von Gloeden died on February 16, 1931.