Ferdinand von Alten, a renowned thespian, entered the world on April 13, 1885, in the esteemed city of St. Petersburg, Russian Empire, which would later become part of modern-day Russia.
Throughout his illustrious career, von Alten earned recognition for his captivating performances in various cinematic endeavors, including the 1922 production of Othello, the 1920 adaptation of Anna Boleyn, and the 1920 cinematic portrayal of Madame Récamier.
Ferdinand von Alten's remarkable life came to a close on March 17, 1933, in the picturesque city of Dessau, Anhalt, Germany, which would later become part of the state of Saxony-Anhalt.
