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Laurent Mourguet

1769 – 1844

French puppeteer

MarionetteistPuppet designer

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About Laurent Mourguet

Lived 1769 – 1844 (aged 75). Laurent Mourguet was a French marionetteist and puppet designer.

Laurent Mourguet (3 March 1769 – 30 December 1844) was a French puppeteer, creator of the famous puppet Guignol.

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Important facts

Born

3 March 1769, Lyon

Birth century

18th century

Died

30 December 1844, Vienne

Occupation

Marionetteist, puppet designer

Nationality

France

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Laurent Mourguet's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Laurent Mourguet?

French puppeteer (1769-1844)

When was Laurent Mourguet born?

Laurent Mourguet was born on 3 March 1769 in Lyon.

When did Laurent Mourguet die?

Laurent Mourguet died on 30 December 1844 in Vienne.

What was Laurent Mourguet's occupation?

Laurent Mourguet was a marionetteist and puppet designer.

What nationality was Laurent Mourguet?

Laurent Mourguet was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Laurent Mourguet

· Wikidata: Q5280

· DBpedia: Laurent Mourguet

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