Charles Barry
Architect
1795 – 1860
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Who was Charles Barry?
Sir Charles Barry FRS was an English architect, best known for his role in the rebuilding of the Palace of Westminster in London during the mid-19th century, but also responsible for numerous other buildings and gardens. He is known for his major contribution to the use of Italianate architecture in Britain, especially the use of the Palazzo as basis for the design of country houses, city mansions and public buildings. He also developed the Italian Renaissance garden style for the many gardens he designed around country houses.
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- Born
- May 23, 1795
London - Children
- Nationality
- England
- Profession
- Died
- May 12, 1860
London - Resting place
- Westminster Abbey
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on July 23, 2013
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