August Wilhelm Hofmann (1818-1892), German organic chemist. Through his work on coal-tar derivatives, in 1858 obtained aniline dye magenta or fuschine and in 1863 patented dyes known as Hofmann violets. Appointed director of the Royal College of Chemistry, London, in 1845. From 'Chemistry', James Sheridan Muspratt, (London, 1854-1860). Engraving

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August Wilhelm Hofmann (1818-1892), German organic chemist. Through his work on coal-tar derivatives, in 1858 obtained aniline dye magenta or fuschine and in 1863 patented dyes known as Hofmann violets. Appointed director of the Royal College of Chemistry, London, in 1845. From 'Chemistry', James Sheridan Muspratt, (London, 1854-1860). Engraving

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