Herman Baumbach

1857-1931.

Student.

Herman Baumbach was born near Grästorp and is usually called the most famous lintel. He came to Uppsala in 1876 and graduated at the age of 61 after 84 semesters of study. He belonged to the Västgöta nation from 1876 until his death in 1931. 

Pencil drawing of Herman Baumbach, drawn by Carl Lindorm Möllersvärd. Photo: UUB.

Booklet with 20 drawings made by the artist Lindorm Möllerswärd. The motifs are famous profiles in Uppsala, including Herman Baumbach. Photo: Anja Szyszkiewicz / Upplandsmuseet.

Baumbach's studies focused on Latin, German and English and he had high grades. With a plum top, a large overcoat and tippy galoshes, Baumbach became a fixture of street life.

 

Burial site: 0119-1013

Image description: Herman Baumbach, Uppsala ca 1876-ca 1885. Photo: Heinrich Osti / UUBThe image is cropped]
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