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
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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