About Heinrich Ernst Schirmer
Lived 1814 – 1887 (aged 73). Heinrich Ernst Schirmer was a German and Norwegian architect.
Heinrich Ernst Schirmer (27 August 1814 – 6 December 1887) was a German-born architect most noted for his work in Norway. Schirmer worked in Norway from 1838 to 1883 and left his mark on a number of public buildings. His partnership with Hanno ended in 1864.
Among Schirmer's later works are the designs of Øksendal Church (1864), Ørsta Church (1864), Fiskum Church (1866, burned 1902), Hareid Church (1877) and Vartdal Church (1877).
Schirmer's first large commission was the restoration of the Nidaros Cathedral, which was then in ruins.
Schirmer married Sophie Ottilia Major (1821–1861). They were the parents of architects Adolf Schirmer (1850–1930) and Herman Major Schirmer (1845–1913).
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Who was Heinrich Ernst Schirmer?
German architect (1814-1887)
When was Heinrich Ernst Schirmer born?
Heinrich Ernst Schirmer was born on 27 August 1814 in Leipzig.
When did Heinrich Ernst Schirmer die?
Heinrich Ernst Schirmer died on 6 December 1887 in Giessen.
What was Heinrich Ernst Schirmer's occupation?
Heinrich Ernst Schirmer was an architect.
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Heinrich Ernst Schirmer was German and Norwegian.
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