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Frans-Andries Durlet

1816 – 1867

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About Frans-Andries Durlet

Lived 1816 – 1867 (aged 50). Frans-Andries Durlet was a Belgian architect, sculptor, university teacher, etcher and art educator.

Frans-Andries aka François André or Franciscus Andreas Durlet, (11 July 1816 – 2 March 1867) was a Belgian architect, sculptor and printmaker.

Durlet was born and died in Antwerp. He taught at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp and was a founding restorer of its Steen Museum. Pierre Cuypers was one of his students. He led the restoration works of the Cathedral of Our Lady in Antwerp and designed its choir stalls. He is considered a patron of Belgium's Gothic Revival architecture. The Durletstraat (Durlet street) in his native city is named in honor of him.

Durlet was married to Jeanne Steveniers (1826–1900). His son Frans (1855–1931) was also an architect, and his grandson Emmanuel became a well-known pianist and composer.

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Royal Academy of Fine Arts
Also known as
Franciscus Andreas Durlet, Frans Andries Durlet

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Frans-Andries Durlet?

architect (1816–1867)

When was Frans-Andries Durlet born?

Frans-Andries Durlet was born on 11 July 1816 in Antwerp.

When did Frans-Andries Durlet die?

Frans-Andries Durlet died on 2 March 1867 in Antwerp.

What was Frans-Andries Durlet's occupation?

Frans-Andries Durlet was an architect, sculptor, university teacher, etcher and art educator.

What nationality was Frans-Andries Durlet?

Frans-Andries Durlet was Belgian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Frans-Andries Durlet

· Wikidata: Q1445389

· DBpedia: Frans-Andries Durlet

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