Richard Cementarius
First recorded provost of Aberdeen, architect
About Richard Cementarius
Born 1300. Richard Cementarius was a Scottish architect, politician and provost.
Richard Cementarius (a.k.a. Richard the Mason) was a 13th-century Scottish architect and became the first Provost of Aberdeen in 1272. He held the title of Kings Master Mason to King Alexander III of Scotland.
He is believed to have designed the old tower of Drum Castle and is known to be the architect of the nearby Brig o' Balgownie, both of which contain distinctive pointed arches characteristic of his work.
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Who was Richard Cementarius?
first recorded provost of Aberdeen, architect
When was Richard Cementarius born?
Richard Cementarius was born in 1300.
What was Richard Cementarius's occupation?
Richard Cementarius was an architect, politician and provost.
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Richard Cementarius was Scottish.
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