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Armand Silvestre

Paul Armand Silvestre (18 April 1837 – 19 February 1901) was a 19th-century French poet and conteur born in Paris. He studied at the École polytechnique with the intention of entering the army, but in 1870, he entered the department of finance. Silvestre had a successful civil service career, was decorated with the Legion of Honour in 1886, and in 1892 was made inspector of fine arts.

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Armand Silvestre

Silvestre, Armand (1837-1901). Auteur du texte

Bernard-Saraz, Louis (18..-1908). Compositeur · Bibliothèque nationale de France · Public domain

Name
Armand Silvestre
Born
18 April 1837
Birthplace
Paris
Died
19 February 1901
Place of death
Toulouse
Occupation
Choreographer Poet Librettist
Nationality
France
Education
École polytechnique
Honours
Legion of Honour · Prix Toirac
Languages
French

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