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Edgar Rubin

Danish psychologist (1886-1951) · Denmark · On the map · Academics · Died at 64

Edgar John Rubin was a Danish psychologist/phenomenologist, remembered for his work on figure-ground perception as seen in such optical illusions like the Rubin vase.

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A typical day, 30 days to 6 July 2026

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Awards

Decoration of the Cross of Honour of the Dannebrog1949
Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog1940

About this person

Country
Denmark
Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1886 to 1951 · aged 64