Johann Vierthaler
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Johann•Vierthaler |
| Used name | Johann•Vierthaler |
| Born | 5 July 1869 in München (Munich), Bayern (GER) |
| Died | December 1957 in Holzhausen am Ammersee, Bayern (GER) |
| NOC |  Germany |
Biography
Johann Vierthaler was a German sculptor and glass artist. From 1894-95 he was a student at the München School of Applied Arts. From 1895-1900 Vierthaler studied sculpture at the München Academy. In 1922 he was appointed as a professor at the Municipal Trade School in München. The 40 cm tall bronze figure The Javelin Thrower was created in 1932. The figure does not hold a spear. A similar, slightly larger figure with spear was produced in 1937.
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 Summer Olympics | Art Competitions | GER |
Johann Vierthaler | |||
| Sculpturing, Statues, Open (Olympic) |