Johann Erich Biester
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Johann Erich Biester
JOHANN ERICH BIESTER German writer, librarian to the king of Prussia at Berlin. Date: 1749 - 1816
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1749 1816 Berlin Erich Johann Librarian Prussia
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In this portrait, Johann Erich Biester (1749-1816) is depicted with a thoughtful expression, his piercing gaze fixed on an unseen horizon. A prominent figure in German literature and culture, Biester was a prolific writer and librarian to the esteemed King of Prussia, Frederick William II, in Berlin during the late 18th century. Born in 1749 in the small town of Schönberg, Biester's intellectual curiosity was evident from an early age. He began his career as a librarian in the royal library of Berlin, where he quickly gained the admiration of King Frederick II for his encyclopedic knowledge and dedication to the arts. In addition to his role as a librarian, Biester was also an accomplished writer, contributing to various literary journals and publishing numerous essays and translations. During his time in Berlin, Biester was a central figure in the city's vibrant intellectual community. He was a member of the influential literary society, the "Berliner Montagsschule," and was known for his salons, where he hosted luminaries such as Johann Christian Friedrich Hölderlin, Friedrich Schlegel, and Novalis. Biester's influence extended beyond Berlin, as he was also a correspondent of Goethe and Schiller. Despite his many accomplishments, Biester's life was not without controversy. He was a vocal critic of the French Revolution and its ideologies, which put him at odds with many of his contemporaries. However, his commitment to the arts and his role as a champion of German literature endured, and he remains an important figure in the history of German culture. This evocative portrait of Johann Erich Biester captures the essence of a man who dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge and the cultivation of the arts. With his piercing gaze and thoughtful expression, Biester seems to be pondering the complexities of the world around him, a testament to his enduring intellectual curiosity.
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