Walter Hofmann

German librarian, engraver and poet (1879–1952)
Person human Q2544795
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Summary

Walter Hofmann was born on March 24, 1879[1], in Dresden[2]. He died on April 24, 1952[3], in Leipzig[4]. He worked as a librarian[5], engraver[6], and poet[7]. He is known by 4 alternative names across languages and contexts.[8]

Key Facts

  • Spouse: Elise Hofmann-Bosse[9]
  • Country of citizenship: Germany[10]
  • Field of work: library science[11]
  • Sex or gender: male[12]
  • Archives at: Saxon State and University Library, Dresden[13], Public Library Leipzig[14], German Literature Archive Marbach[15]
  • Family name: Hofmann[16]
  • Given name: Walter[17]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: German[18]
  • Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[19]
  • P14536: 376406[20]

FAQs

Where was Walter Hofmann born?

Walter Hofmann was born in Dresden[2].

Where did Walter Hofmann die?

Walter Hofmann died in Leipzig[4].

Who was Walter Hofmann married to?

Walter Hofmann's spouses include Elise Hofmann-Bosse[9].

What did Walter Hofmann do for work?

Walter Hofmann worked as a librarian[5], engraver[6], and poet[7].

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  1. [8] ↑ . Wikidata aliases. wikidata.org.

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  1. 22d ago · Printstream · 2026-09-23 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Sächsische biografie (gnd) id → 2200
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  3. 21w ago · Epìdosis · 2026-05-19 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Place of birth → Dresden
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