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John Soane

John Soane
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Sir John Soane was an English architect who specialised in the Neo-Classical style. The son of a bricklayer, he rose to the top of his profession, becoming professor of architecture at the Royal Academy and an official architect to the Office of Works. He received a knighthood in 1831.

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  1. Adolph Freiherr KniggeOctober 16, 1752 – May 6, 1796
  2. John NashJanuary 18, 1752 – May 13, 1835
  3. Jean Baptiste KléberMarch 9, 1753 – June 14, 1800
  4. John Soane (this page)September 10, 1753 – January 20, 1837
  5. Joseph de MaistreApril 1, 1753 – February 26, 1821
  6. Pierre Charles L’EnfantAugust 2, 1754 – June 14, 1825

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