William Henry Playfair
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Summary
William Henry Playfair was born on July 15, 1790[1], in London[2]. He died on March 19, 1857[3], in Edinburgh[4]. He worked as an architect[5]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (359 views/month, #7,275 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Dean Cemetery[7]
- Father: James Playfair[8]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[9], British Empire[10]
- Educated at: University of Edinburgh[11]
- Notable work: Scottish National Gallery[12], University of Edinburgh[13], Royal Scottish Academy[14]
- Award received: Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh[15]
- Member of: Royal Society of Edinburgh[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Movement: Greek Revival architecture[18]
- Commons category: William Henry Playfair[19]
- Given name: William[20]
- Topic's main category: Category:William Henry Playfair[21]
- Commons gallery: William Henry Playfair[22]
- Work location: Edinburgh[23]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[24]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[25]
- Name in native language: William Henry Playfair[26]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[27]
Why It Matters
William Henry Playfair has Wikipedia articles in 9 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[28] He is known by 8 alternative names across languages and contexts.[29]
FAQs
Where was William Henry Playfair born?
William Henry Playfair was born in London[2].
Where did William Henry Playfair die?
William Henry Playfair died in Edinburgh[4].
Who were William Henry Playfair's parents?
William Henry Playfair's father was James Playfair[8].
What did William Henry Playfair do for work?
William Henry Playfair worked as an architect[5].
Where did William Henry Playfair go to school?
William Henry Playfair was educated at University of Edinburgh[11].
What awards did William Henry Playfair receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh[15].