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Where was Winckelmann born?

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  • Stendal

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Winckelmann, the renowned German art historian and archaeologist, was born in the town of Stendal, situated in the heart of the Altmark region of Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. This birthplace played a pivotal role in shaping his early life and intellectual development, providing him with a rich cultural heritage and intellectual environment that would later influence his groundbreaking contributions to the field of classical art and archaeology.
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