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     • Sir Christopher Wren FRS (/ rɛn /; 30 October 1632 [O.S. 20 October] – 8 March 1723 [O.S. 25 February]) was an English architect, astronomer, mathematician and physicist who was one of the most highly acclaimed architects in the history of England.
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   Who is Christopher Wren?

   • They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. Christopher Wren (born October 20, 1632, East Knoyle, Wiltshire, England—died February 25, 1723, London) was a designer, astronomer, geometrician, and the greatest English architect of his time.

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   When did Christopher Wren die?

   • Wren died on 25 February 1723. His gravestone in St Paul's Cathedral features the Latin inscription which translates as: 'If you seek his memorial, look about you.' Discover facts about Sir Christopher Wren - one of Britain's most distinguished architects. Find out why the Great Fire of London provided a huge opportunity for Wren.

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   What did Christopher Wren do after the Great Fire of London?

   • After the Great Fire of London in 1666, Sir Christopher Wren designed new churches and supervised the reconstruction of some of London's most important buildings. His name is synonymous with London architecture. Died: February 25, 1723, in London (age 91) Tombstone Epitaph (translated from Latin) in St. Paul's Cathedral, London:

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   Where was Christopher Wren born?

   • Christopher Wren was born on 20 October 1632 in East Knoyle, Wiltshire, where his father was rector. His father later moved to Windsor and Wren was educated at Westminster School and then Oxford University.

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   Who influenced Christopher Wren?

   • Wren's first buildings were inspired by the classical works of English architect Inigo Jones. Baroque: Early in his career, Wren traveled to Paris, studied French baroque architecture, and met the Italian Baroque architect Gianlorenzo Bernini. Christopher Wren used baroque ideas with classical restraint.

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   Why did Christopher Wren fail?

   • Christopher Wren proposed an ambitious plan that would rebuild London with wide streets radiating from a central hub. Wren's plan failed, probably because property owners wanted to keep the same land they owned before the fire. However, Wren did design 51 new city churches and the new St Paul's Cathedral.

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   Sir Christopher Wren FRS (/ r ɛ n /; [2] 30 October 1632 [O.S. 20 October] – 8 March 1723 [O.S. 25 February]) [3] [4] was an English architect, astronomer, mathematician and physicist who was one of the most highly acclaimed architects in the history of England. [4]

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   Oct 16, 2024 · Christopher Wren (born October 20, 1632, East Knoyle, Wiltshire, England—died February 25, 1723, London) was a designer, astronomer, geometrician, and the greatest English architect of his time. Wren designed 53 London churches, including St. Paul’s Cathedral, as well as many secular buildings of note. He was a founder of the Royal Society ...

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   Discover facts about Sir Christopher Wren - one of Britain's most distinguished architects. Find out why the Great Fire of London provided a huge opportunity for Wren.

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   Sir Christopher Wren is best known for designing The Monument to the Great Fire of London and St Paul’s Cathedral. Discover more about his life and his other achievements as England's most acclaimed architect.

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   • The Royal Observatory Greenwich.
   • St. Paul's Cathedral.
   • South Front of Hampton Court Palace.
   • Kensington Palace.

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    May 17, 2019 · After the Great Fire of London in 1666, Sir Christopher Wren designed new churches and supervised the reconstruction of some of London's most important buildings. His name is synonymous with London architecture.

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    Born on 20 October 1632 in Wiltshire, Christopher Wren is often considered the greatest English architect of his time. In addition to being an architect, Wren was also an astronomer, geometrician, designer and founder of The Royal Society .