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Geniuses Born in 1853

The year 1853 was in the 19th century — an era of industrial revolution, romantic arts, and rapid scientific discovery.

4 Geniuses Born in 1853

Remarkable Minds of 1853

Wilhelm Ostwald
Science & Intellect · Russian Empire
Born September 2, 1853 IQ 190
Hendrik Lorentz
Science & Intellect · Netherlands
Born July 18, 1853 IQ 180
Heike Kamerlingh Onnes
Science & Intellect · Netherlands
Born September 21, 1853 IQ 175
Vincent van Gogh
Science & Intellect · Netherlands
Born March 30, 1853

About the Geniuses of 1853

The year 1853 gave the world 4 extraordinary minds across Science & Intellect. The year 1853 was in the 19th century — an era of industrial revolution, romantic arts, and rapid scientific discovery.

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Wilhelm Ostwald is among the most notable geniuses born in 1853, recognized for contributions to science & intellect.

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Geniuses born in 1853 worked across Science & Intellect and more.

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