Decimus Burton

Decimus Burton (1800–1882) was a British architect.

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Overview

Born at Bloomsbury in 1800, died at Hyde Park in 1882.

In detail

Decimus Burton studied at Tonbridge School. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is architecture. The authority associates the name with Greek Revival architecture and Georgian architecture.

Membership is recorded of Royal Society and Society of Antiquaries of London.

Works named in the authority record are Adelaide Crescent and Wellington Arch.

Work by Decimus Burton is recorded in the collections of Yale Center for British Art.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the Royal Society, Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries and Fellow of the Royal Institute of British Architects.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Decimus Burton”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q714418: Decimus Burton

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Plates

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Charing Cross Hospital, London. Wood engraving., by Decimus Burton

Charing Cross Hospital, London. Wood engraving., by Decimus Burton

Decimus Burton · Wellcome Collection, London · Wellcome Collection · Public Domain Mark

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