Gottfried Semper
Architect, designed Semper Opera House
Born
November 29th, 1803
221 years ago
Died
May 15th, 1879
146 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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An architect and academic, played a significant role in the development of 19th-century architecture. Studied in Germany, and taught at various institutions. Designed the Semper Opera House in Dresden, which exemplified a harmonious integration of art and architecture, and is considered a landmark of his career. Contributed to architectural theory and the study of styles, focusing on the importance of materials and their historical context in design.
Designed the Semper Opera House in Dresden
Authored influential architectural treatises
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