Gerhard Simberg
Finnish painter (1873-1917)
1873 — 1917
Quick Facts
Profession
Finnish painter (1873-1917)
Born
June 24, 1873
Died
1917 (age ~44)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
architect, painter, sculptor
Grand Duchy of FinlandBorn in HaminaDied in Ähtäri
1873
Born in Hamina (1873-06-24)
1917
Died in Ähtäri
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Hugo Gerhard Simberg was a Finnish symbolist painter and graphic artist.
Read more on Wikipedia →Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gerhard Simberg?+
Hugo Gerhard Simberg was a Finnish symbolist painter and graphic artist.
What does the name Gerhard mean?+
The name Gerhard means "a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert". It is of German origin.
When was Gerhard Simberg born?+
Gerhard Simberg was born on June 24, 1873.
When did Gerhard Simberg die?+
Gerhard Simberg died in 1917, at approximately 44 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert
The name Gerhard is of German origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gerhard — June 24, 1873
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Birthstone: Pearl — Purity, innocence
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Guestbook
Your work hangs in my living room. Best decision I ever made.
— a collector
The world is a little different because you existed.
— ?
Legend.
— anon
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