Jan van Musschenbroek
Dutch scientific instrument maker (1687-1748)
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Summary
Jan van Musschenbroek was born on August 9, 1687[1], in Leiden[2]. He died on September 16, 1748[3], in Leiden[4]. He worked as an instrument maker[5] and nautical instrument maker[6]. He is known by 4 alternative names across languages and contexts.[7]
Key Facts
- Father: Johannes Joosten van Musschenbroek[8]
- Sex or gender: male[9]
- Family name: Van Musschenbroek[10]
- Given name: Jan[11]
- Work location: Leiden[12]
- Depicted by: Johan van Musschenbroek and His Wife[13]
- Floruit: 1740[14]
- Date of baptism: August 21, 1687[15]
- On focus list of Wikimedia project: Scheepvaartmuseum Wikidataproject[16]
- Has works in the collection: Museum Boerhaave[17], Het Scheepvaartmuseum[18]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[19]
FAQs
Where was Jan van Musschenbroek born?
Jan van Musschenbroek was born in Leiden[2].
Where did Jan van Musschenbroek die?
Jan van Musschenbroek passed away in Leiden[4].
Who were Jan van Musschenbroek's parents?
Jan van Musschenbroek's father was Johannes Joosten van Musschenbroek[8].
What did Jan van Musschenbroek do for work?
Jan van Musschenbroek worked as an instrument maker[5] and nautical instrument maker[6].