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Schlegel siblings

The Schlegel siblings—August Wilhelm, Friedrich, and Caroline—were prominent 19th-century German scholars and artists known for their contributions to literature, philosophy, and the arts. August Wilhelm was a poet and literary critic, Friedrich a literary historian and philosopher, and Caroline a painter and translator. They played key roles in the German intellectual movement and helped shape cultural and academic thought during their time. Their collaborative efforts and individual achievements influenced both German thought and broader European ideas in literature and philosophy.