George Truefitt

George Truefitt was a Scottish architect. He was born in 1824 and died in 1902.[1] He learned how to be an architect under Lewis Cottingham. [2]

Career

He is famous for erecting over 25 different building throughout England. [1] He additionally worked in 15 different countries. [1] In his career he designed over 250 structures. [2] He wrote a number of books including, Designs for Country Churches. [1]

He retired in 1899 and passed away 3 years later. [1] He inspired Calvert Vaux in his designs. [3]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 Magrill, Barry (24 April 2012). "Commerce of Taste: Church Architecture in Canada, 1867-1914". McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP – via Google Books.
  2. 1 2 Henry, James; Walton, Colin (15 July 2016). "Secret Worthing". Amberley Publishing Limited – via Google Books.
  3. ↑ Kowsky, Francis R. (7 August 2003). "Country, Park & City: The Architecture and Life of Calvert Vaux". Oxford University Press – via Google Books.
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