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William Henry Playfair

William Henry Playfair (1790–1857) was an architect.

Overview

Born at London in 1790, died at Edinburgh in 1857.

In detail

William Henry Playfair studied at University of Edinburgh. the recorded working language is English.

The authority associates the name with Greek Revival architecture.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Edinburgh. Membership is recorded of Royal Society of Edinburgh.

Works named in the authority record are Scottish National Gallery, University of Edinburgh and Royal Scottish Academy.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “William Henry Playfair”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q706350: William Henry Playfair

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