James Playfair

James Playfair (1755–1794) was a British architect.

Also recorded as Playfair; Mr. Playfair.

James Playfair in brief

Born
1755
Died
1794
Known for
architect
Contents

Overview

Born in 1755, died at Edinburgh in 1794.

In detail

the recorded working language is English.

Places of work recorded in the authority are London.

Works named in the authority record are Cairness House.

Work by James Playfair is recorded in the collections of Yale Center for British Art.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  1. 1.

    “James Playfair (architect)”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

    reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q6141324: James Playfair

    authority record · Unverified · Wikidata

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Elsewhere in Design

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