How to Pronounce Franciscus Junius (the younger)
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Jan 29, 1591 Heidelberg, Baden Württemberg, Germany Died on 19 Nov 1677 (aged 86)
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About Franciscus Junius The Younger
- Franciscus Junius (29 January 1591 – 1677),[1] also known as François du Jon, was a pioneer of Germanic philology.
- As a collector of ancient manuscripts, he published the first modern editions of a number of important texts.
- In addition, he wrote the first comprehensive overview of ancient writings on the visual arts, which became a cornerstone of classical art theories throughout Europe.
