Johann Jakob Wirz
Born in 1694.
Died in 1773.
Johann Jakob Wirz was an artist whose practice extended to drawing. From 1721 onwards, he served as a pastor in Baden, and from 1738 in Rickenbach. Wirz is known for his works executed in pencil and silverpoint.
He also played a role as a teacher, notably for Salomon Landolt, and supported the work of Anton Graff, thus demonstrating his commitment to the artistic development of his time.