Francis Penrose
English architect and astronomer, 1817–1903 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Francis Cranmer Penrose FRS (29 October 1817 – 15 February 1903) was an English architect, archaeologist, astronomer and sportsman rower. He served as Surveyor of the Fabric of St Paul's Cathedral,[1] and as President of the Royal Institute of British Architects and Director of the British School at Athens.
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Born | 29 October 1817 |
Died | 15 February 1903 (aged 85) Wimbledon |
Occupation | Art historian |
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Spouse(s) | Harriette Penrose |
Children | Emily Penrose, Francis George Penrose |
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Family | Charles Penrose, John Penrose |
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Not to be confused with Francis Penrose (surgeon).