Koenraad Wolter Gratama

1831–1888 (age 57)

Biography

Koenraad Wolter Gratama pursued his calling as a chemist in an age when the natural sciences were rapidly expanding their reach and influence. With a meticulous mind, he devoted himself to exploring the principles of chemical reactions and their practical applications for industry and health.

His steady contributions to laboratory practice and instruction nurtured a spirit of inquiry among Dutch scholars, and he remained a respected figure in The Hague’s scientific circles until the end. His resting place in The Hague General Cemetery reminds us of a life devoted to the advancement of knowledge.

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