About Oskars Bārs
Lived 1848 – 1914 (aged 65). Oskars Bārs was a Russian and Latvian architect.
Oskars Aleksandrs Johans Bārs (17 October 1848, in Dobele – 9 January 1914, in Riga) was a Latvian architect.
He is most noted for his work in Jelgava. From 1875 to 1879 he designed and constructed the Jelgavas Synagogue in the city.
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Who was Oskars Bārs?
Latvian architect (1848–1914)
When was Oskars Bārs born?
Oskars Bārs was born on 17 October 1848 in Dobele.
When did Oskars Bārs die?
Oskars Bārs died on 9 January 1914 in Riga.
What was Oskars Bārs's occupation?
Oskars Bārs was an architect.
What nationality was Oskars Bārs?
Oskars Bārs was Russian and Latvian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Oskars Bārs. https://biography.guide/oskars-bars/
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