Philibert de l'Orme
French architect of the Renaissance. (1514–1570)
Philibert de l'Orme was born in 1514 in Lyon and died on January 8, 1570 (Julian calendar) in Paris, aged about 56. Recorded occupations: architect and military engineer. Country of citizenship: Kingdom of France. Positions held include Surintendant des Bâtiments and Commendatory abbot. Notable works include “Château de Chenonceau”, “Château d'Anet”, “Chateau-Neuf de Saint-Germain-en-Laye”, “Église Saint-Nizier” and “Château de Limours”.
- Born
- 1514 · Lyon
- Died
- January 8, 1570 (Julian calendar) · Paris
- Age at death
- about 56
- Citizenship
- Kingdom of France
- Occupations
- architect, military engineer
- Positions held
- Surintendant des Bâtiments, Commendatory abbot
- Notable works
- Château de Chenonceau, Château d'Anet, Chateau-Neuf de Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Église Saint-Nizier, Château de Limours
- Wikipedia editions
- 29 languages
- Signature licence
- Public domain
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