Johann Peter Pichler (May 13, 1765 – March 18, 1807) was an Austrian engraver known for his mezzotints after old masters.

Johann Peter Pichler
BornMay 13, 1765
Bozen (Bolzano)
DiedMarch 18, 1807 (aged 41)
NationalityAustrian

Pichler was born in Bozen (Bolzano) and was a pupil of Jacob Matthias Schmutzer (1733–1811) and Johann Jacobé (1733–1797), whose daughter he married.[1] He is known for works after paintings for the noble courts of Vienna and Dresden. He is sometimes mentioned as a relative of Anton Pichler, who was also born near Bozen, but no known relationship has been established.[1]

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  1. ^ a b Biography in German Wikisource
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