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Francis Penrose

English architect, archaeologist and astronomer (1817-1903) · United Kingdom · Architects · Died at 85

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Francis Cranmer Penrose FRS was a British architect of Cornish parentage, archaeologist, astronomer and sportsman rower. He served as Surveyor of the Fabric of St Paul's Cathedral, and as President of the Royal Institute of British Architects and Director of the British School at Athens.

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Penrose designed the north and south aisles added to St Cuhbert's Church, Bedford, in 1864-1865.[5]Penrose designed the north and south aisles added to St Cuhbert's Church, Bedford, in 1864-1865.[5]Penrose designed Holy Trinity parish church, Apperley, Gloucestershire, which was built in 1856. He also designed a west tower (shown here) and eastern apse that were added to the church in 1890.[10]Penrose designed Holy Trinity parish church, Apperley, Gloucestershire, which was built in 1856. He also designed a west tower (shown here) and eastern apse that were added to the church in 1890.[10]

Awards

Royal Gold Medal1883
Fellow of the Royal Society
Fellow of the Royal Institute of British Architects

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Country
United Kingdom
Category
Architects
Type
Architect
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1817 to 1903 · aged 85

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