Johannes Itten

1888–1967 (age 79)

Biography

Johannes Itten, born in 1888, brought the eye of a photographer to his teaching, sharing a passionate belief in the transformative power of color and form.

His students carried those lessons across Europe, and the peaceful paths of Cemetery Hönggerberg mark the spot where he takes his final rest.

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Also buried at Cemetery Hönggerberg

Oskar Dalvit
1911–1975 (age 64)
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Oskar Dalvit was a talented painter whose artistic works contributed to the cultural landscape of his time.
Anneliese Itten
1913–2002 (age 89)
Cemetery Hönggerberg
Anneliese Itten was a Swiss artist whose luminous compositions connected tradition with modern sensibility.
Klaus Itten
1944–2023 (age 79)
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Klaus Itten (1944–2023) was a distinguished professor.
Paulette Brupbacher
1880–1967 (age 87)
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Otto Steiger
1909–2005 (age 96)
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Otto Steiger wrote with attentive clarity that honored everyday life.
Erich Kleiber
1890–1956 (age 66)
Cemetery Hönggerberg
Composer Erich Kleiber wrote music that united tradition with expressive innovation.