Thomas Bruce
Scottish nobleman and art collector
Born
Died
1663
363 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Scotland
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Born in 1599, this Scottish nobleman served as the 1st Earl of Elgin. Active during the 17th century, he was involved in various diplomatic missions and held significant influence in his time. The Earl is best remembered for his acquisition of classical sculptures from the Parthenon in Athens, which he brought to Britain in the early 1800s. These collections would later become a cornerstone of the British Museum's collection, igniting debates over cultural heritage and repatriation.
Acquired the Elgin Marbles from Greece
Served as an ambassador to the Ottoman Empire
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