Henry Cole

Henry Cole (1808–1882) was an entrepreneur, writer and designer.

Also recorded as Sir Henry Cole; Felix Summerly; Sir Cole; Felix pseud. Summerly.

Henry Cole in brief

Born
1808
Died
1882
Known for
entrepreneur, writer and designer
Place of birth
Bath
Contents

Overview

Also worked under the name Felix Summerly.

Born at Bath in 1808, died at London in 1882.

In detail

Henry Cole studied at Christ's Hospital. the recorded working language is English.

Places of work recorded in the authority are London. Positions recorded include museum director.

Distinctions recorded are Companion of the Order of the Bath, Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, Albert Medal and Knight Bachelor.

Sources

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q537906: Henry Cole

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