Ott Jud (Master of Ringen)
Master Wrestler / Court Fencer
Jewish medieval wrestling master (Ringen), member of the Society of Liechtenauer, teacher to Austrian dukes.
Quick Facts
Date of Birth15. století
Date of Death15. století
Era15th century
Country of OriginHoly Roman Empire / Austria
Rank / TitleOfficial Wrestling Master to Austrian Dukes
Active Yearsca 1410–1450
Biography
Ott Jud was a 15th-century master wrestler to the Dukes of Austria. His specialized wrestling treatise on joint locks, throws, and breaks (Ott's Ringen) is preserved in Ringeck and Kal manuscripts.