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Michael Maier
German physician, alchemist and composer (1568–1622) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Not to be confused with the Czech sailor Michal Maier.
Michael Maier[1] (Latin: Michael Maierus; 1568–1622) was a German physician and counsellor to Rudolf II Habsburg. He was a learned alchemist, epigramist, and amateur composer.[2]
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Michael Maier | |
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![]() Copper engraving of Michael Maier, from Symbola avreae mensae dvodecim nationvm. (Matthäus Merian, 1617) | |
Born | 1568 |
Died | 1622 |
Nationality | German |
Other names | Michael Maierus |
Alma mater | University of Basel |
Known for | Atalanta Fugiens |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Medicine, alchemy |
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