Thomas Gilbert (architect)

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Thomas Gilbert
Born1706
Died1776
OccupationArchitect
BuildingsSt George's Church, Portland

St. George's from the west side of the Church StGeorge'sChurch01.jpeg
St. George's from the west side of the Church

Thomas Gilbert was a British architect who lived from 1706 to 1776. He is best known for designing and building St. George's Church on the Isle of Portland. His architectural design, which he applied to the Church, came from Christopher Wren. [1] When he died Thomas Gilbert was buried in the sanctuary of St George's Church. [2]

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References

  1. Colvin, H. (2008). A Biographical Dictionary of British Architects, 1600–1840. Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art. Yale University Press. p. 427. ISBN   978-0-300-12508-5.
  2. "CHURCH OF ST GEORGE, REFORNE, Portland - 1203132 | Historic England". historicengland.org.uk. Retrieved 4 October 2023.