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Stéphane Gsell

1864 – 1932

French historian and archaeologist

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Lived 1864 – 1932 (aged 67). Stéphane Gsell was a French anthropologist, archaeologist, art historian, historian, professor and prehistorian.

Stéphane Gsell (7 February 1864 – 1 January 1932) was a French historian and archaeologist. He was a specialist in ancient Africa and Roman Algeria. His main work is L'Histoire ancienne de l'Afrique du Nord (1913-1929).

Principal publications 1891: Fouilles dans la nécropole de Vulci, exécutées et publiées aux frais du prince de Torlonia 1891 1893: Essai sur le règne de l’empereur Domitien 1893: Recherches archéologiques en Algérie 1901: Les Monuments antiques de l'Algérie (2 volumes) 1902–1911: Atlas archéologique de l’Algérie 1913–1929 Histoire ancienne de l'Afrique du Nord (8 volumes) 1922: Inscriptions latines de l'Algérie (2 volumes) 1926: Promenades archéologiques aux environs d'Alger

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Important facts

Born
7 February 1864, 11th arrondissement of Paris
Birth century
19th century
Died
1 January 1932, Paris
Occupation
Anthropologist, archaeologist, art historian, historian, professor, prehistorian
Nationality
France
Education
École Normale Supérieure
Positions held
Member of the École française de Rome
Employers
Collège de France, École française de Rome
Awards
Knight of the Legion of Honour; Jean Reynaud Prize

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Stéphane Gsell?

French historian and archaeologist (1864-1932)

When was Stéphane Gsell born?

Stéphane Gsell was born on 7 February 1864 in 11th arrondissement of Paris.

When did Stéphane Gsell die?

Stéphane Gsell died on 1 January 1932 in Paris.

What was Stéphane Gsell's occupation?

Stéphane Gsell was an anthropologist, archaeologist, art historian, historian, professor and prehistorian.

What nationality was Stéphane Gsell?

Stéphane Gsell was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Stéphane Gsell

· Wikidata: Q769799

· DBpedia: Stéphane Gsell

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