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John Soane

John Soane (1753–1837) was an architect, archaeologist and art collector.

Also recorded as Sir John Soane; Sir Soane; John Soane Sir; John Soan; Soane the Architect; R.A. John Soane.

Overview

Born at Reading in 1753, died at London in 1837.

In detail

the recorded working language is English.

The authority associates the name with Classicism.

Places of work recorded in the authority are London. Membership is recorded of Royal Society, Royal Academy of Arts and Accademia delle Arti del Disegno.

Works named in the authority record are Dulwich Picture Gallery and Bank of England building in London.

Work by John Soane is recorded in the collections of Auckland Art Gallery and Yale Center for British Art.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the Royal Society, Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries and Knight Bachelor.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “John Soane”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q549786: John Soane

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