Carl Geigy

Carl Geigy (24 June 1860, in Steinen, Baden-Württemberg – 3 January 1943, in Münchenstein) (also Karl) was a famous Swiss philanthropist.

Geigy was son of Carl (1834–1862), Basler Entrepreneur, and Margaretha Emilie Burckhardt (1838–1911).

He continued his professional training in a weaving factory in Bradford and in a spinning mill in Oldham.

Carl Geigy lived in the Bruckgut estate in Münchenstein and built the farm house and barn there in 1888.

Following his withdrawal from his occupation, he devoted his time to the social humanitarian and religious tasks.