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Karl von den Steinen (born March 7, 1855, in Mülheim, died November 4, 1929, in Kronberg im Taunus) was a German physician (with emphasis in psychiatry), ethnologist, explorer, and author of important anthropological work, which is particularly to the study of Indian cultures of Central Brazil, and the art of the Marquesas. He laid the permanent foundations for Brazilian ethnology.

Quick facts about Karl von den Steinen

  • Full name: Karl von den Steinen
  • Born: 1855-03-07
  • Nationality: Germany
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q67459

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Who is Karl von den Steinen?

Karl von den Steinen (born March 7, 1855, in Mülheim, died November 4, 1929, in Kronberg im Taunus) was a German physician (with emphasis in psychiatry), ethnologist, explorer, and author of important anthropological work, which is particularly to the study of Indian cultures of Central Brazil, and the art of the Marquesas.

What nationality is Karl von den Steinen?

Karl von den Steinen is Germany.

When was Karl von den Steinen born?

Karl von den Steinen was born on 1855-03-07.

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