Background
Wilckens, Leonie von was born on June 3, 1921 in Sypniewo, Poland. Daughter of Hans-Jürgen and Ilse (Rienaecker) von Wilckens. arrived in Germany, 1938.
art historian and museum curator
Wilckens, Leonie von was born on June 3, 1921 in Sypniewo, Poland. Daughter of Hans-Jürgen and Ilse (Rienaecker) von Wilckens. arrived in Germany, 1938.
Doctor of Philosophy, University Munich, 1943.
Science employee, Bavarian National Museum, Munich, 1944-1948; curator, Germanic National Museum, Nuremberg, 1952-1986; retired,, 1986.
Member International Council Museums (secretary costume committee 1976-1982), International Center Study of Antique Textiles (directory board since 1980). F C.