Germain Boffrand
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Summary
Germain Boffrand was born on May 16, 1667[1], in Nantes[2]. He died on March 19, 1754[3], in Paris[4]. He worked as an architect[5], engineer of the French Corps of Bridges and Roads[6], writer[7], and sculptor[8]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (388 views/month, #7,287 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Father: Jean Boffrand[10]
- Country of citizenship: France[11]
- Educated at: Nantes University[12]
- Student: Étienne-Louis Boullée[13], François Dominique Barreau de Chefdeville[14]
- Notable work: Château d'Haroué[15], Château d'Aulnois d'Aulnois-sur-Seille[16], Château de Thuillières[17], Château de la Favorite[18]
- Award received: Fellow of the Royal Society[19]
- Member of: Royal Society[20], Académie Royale d'Architecture[21]
- Sex or gender: male[22]
- Commons category: Germain Boffrand[23]
- Family name: Boffrand[24]
- Given name: Germain[25]
- Described by source: The Art of The Countries and Peoples of The World. Tome 5[26]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[27]
- Commons Creator page: Germain Boffrand[28]
- Name in native language: Germain Boffrand[29]
- On focus list of Wikimedia project: WikiProject PCC Wikidata Pilot/Frick Art Reference Library[30]
Why It Matters
Germain Boffrand has Wikipedia articles in 13 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[31] He is known by 17 alternative names across languages and contexts.[32]
FAQs
Where was Germain Boffrand born?
Germain Boffrand was born in Nantes[2].
Where did Germain Boffrand die?
Germain Boffrand passed away in Paris[4].
Who were Germain Boffrand's parents?
Germain Boffrand's father was Jean Boffrand[10].
What did Germain Boffrand do for work?
Germain Boffrand worked as an architect[5], engineer of the French Corps of Bridges and Roads[6], writer[7], and sculptor[8].
Where did Germain Boffrand go to school?
Germain Boffrand was educated at Nantes University[12].
What awards did Germain Boffrand receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society[19].