Jost Rudolf Nideröst
Born in 1686.
Died in 1770.
Rudolf Nideröst is recognised for his work as a topographer and mapmaker. He served as a captain in the imperial and Spanish armies. His oeuvre includes several views of Schwyz and Einsiedeln, testifying to his interest in the geographical and architectural representation of these regions.
The details of his career and artistic contributions remain only partially documented, leaving questions about the extent of his influence and legacy in the field of cartography.