Franz Grillparzer
Austrian dramatist and poet (1791-1872)
1791 — 1872
Quick Facts
Profession
Austrian dramatist and poet (1791-1872)
Born
January 15, 1791
Died
1872 (age ~81)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
writer, poet, politician
CisleithaniaBorn in ViennaDied in Vienna
1791
Born in Vienna (1791-01-15)
1853
AwardBavarian Maximilian Order for Science and Art
1861
PositionMember of the House of Lords (Austria)
1872
Died in Vienna
About
Franz Seraphicus Grillparzer was an Austrian writer who was considered to be the leading Austrian dramatist of the 19th century. His plays were and are frequently performed at the Burgtheater in Vienna. He also wrote the oration for his longtime friend Ludwig van Beethoven's funeral, as well as the epitaph for his friend Franz Schubert.
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Who is Franz Grillparzer?+
Franz Seraphicus Grillparzer was an Austrian writer who was considered to be the leading Austrian dramatist of the 19th century. His plays were and are frequently performed at the Burgtheater in Vienna. He also wrote the oration for his longtime friend Ludwig van Beethoven's funeral, as well as the
What does the name Franz mean?+
The name Franz means "A male given name from Latin, rare in English.. Etymology: From Franz. Francis.". It is of German origin.
When was Franz Grillparzer born?+
Franz Grillparzer was born on January 15, 1791.
When did Franz Grillparzer die?+
Franz Grillparzer died in 1872, at approximately 81 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin, rare in English.. Etymology: From Franz. Francis.
The name Franz is of German origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin, rare in English.. Etymology: From Franz. Francis.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Franz — January 15, 1791
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Imix
Dragon — creation, primordial energy
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
Read your book at seventeen. It rewired my brain.
— a reader
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