Paul Gottereau (1843-1924) - 100 years of legacy
Paul Gottereau (1843-1924) - 100 years of legacy

Summary/Abstract: Paul Gottereau is one of the most famous French architects that have activated in Romania in the second half of the 19th century, his work serving as, in the wider context of the development of European architecture in the period, a representative case study for the movement and the influence of the French school of architecture on the territory of Romania. Although the architect created some of the most representative public buildings in Romania, the life and especially the extensive design activity of Paul Gottereau, which totals over 70 architectural projects in this country alone, has remained largely unknown to the general public, but also to specialists. On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of Paul Gottereau’s death in 2024, the paper aims to bring to light lesser-known aspects of the architect’s life and professional background, starting from those that marked his formation in his early years, and continuing with the ones that have contributed decisively to his establishment and thriving activity in Romania.

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