Henry Winstanley
Painter and lighthouse engineer
Born
1644
382 years ago
Died
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
England
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An English painter and engineer, contributions included the engineering of the first Eddystone Lighthouse in 1698, which utilized innovative techniques to withstand storms. Winstanley was also a talented painter, with artworks featuring coastal scenes and marine subjects. His design for the Eddystone Lighthouse was notable for its octagonal shape and stone construction, which was considered advanced for the time. The lighthouse became a model for future designs.
Designed and constructed the first Eddystone Lighthouse
Created marine and coastal paintings
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