Duchess Anna Amalia of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel
Duchess Anna Amalia of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (1739-1807) was a German noblewoman known for her cultural contributions during the Enlightenment. She was the daughter of Duke Ferdinand Albert II of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel and Princess Antoinette of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel. Anna Amalia played a significant role in promoting the arts and education in her court, attracting many intellectuals and artists.
She is particularly remembered for founding the Duchess Anna Amalia Library in Weimar, which became a prominent center for literature and scholarship. Her patronage helped foster a vibrant cultural environment, influencing the development of German literature and philosophy during her time.