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William Gummer

1884 – 1966

New Zealand architect

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About William Gummer

Lived 1884 – 1966 (aged 82). William Gummer was a New Zealand architect and artist.

William Henry Gummer (7 December 1884 – 13 December 1966) was a New Zealand architect.

Gummer was born in Auckland, New Zealand, in 1884. He studied architecture at the Royal Academy of Arts from 1909 to 1912; during that time, he worked with Edwin Lutyens in London. After returning to New Zealand he entered a partnership with Wellington-based firm Hoggard and Prouse, creating the firm Hoggard, Prouse and Gummer. He worked in the firm's Auckland office on High Street. Hoggard left the partnership in 1921, leaving Prouse and Gummer in partnership until its dissolution 1923. In 1924 he started the firm Gummer and Ford with Charles Reginald Ford.

In 1953, Gummer was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Medal.

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Important facts

Born
7 December 1884, Auckland
Birth century
19th century
Died
13 December 1966, Papatoetoe
Occupation
Architect, artist
Nationality
New Zealand
Also known as
W.H. Gummer, William H. Gummer, William Henry Gummer, Bill Gummer

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Gummer?

New Zealand architect (1884–1966)

When was William Gummer born?

William Gummer was born on 7 December 1884 in Auckland.

When did William Gummer die?

William Gummer died on 13 December 1966 in Papatoetoe.

What was William Gummer's occupation?

William Gummer was an architect and artist.

What nationality was William Gummer?

William Gummer was New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Gummer

· Wikidata: Q8012015

· DBpedia: William Gummer

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