1740 286 years ago Notable Births September 7

Johan Tobias Sergel, Swedish sculptor and illustrator (died 1814)

On September 7, in the year 1740, Johan Tobias Sergel, Swedish sculptor and illustrator (died 1814). This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of September 7, one of 519 recorded events on this date across all of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including Johan Tobias Sergel. Learn more below.

Johan Tobias Sergel was a Swedish neoclassical sculptor. Sergels torg, the largest square in the centre of Stockholm and near where his workshop stood, is named after him.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on September 7, 1740 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 14 February 2026.

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