Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine facts for kids
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Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine
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Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine
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| Born | 20 September 1762 |
| Died | 10 October 1853 (aged 91) Paris, France
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| Nationality | French |
| Occupation | Architecture, interior design |
Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine (born September 20, 1762 – died October 10, 1853) was a famous French architect and interior designer. He was known for his work in the Neoclassical style. This style used ideas and designs from ancient Greek and Roman art.
A Famous Partnership
Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine worked very closely with his friend, Charles Percier. They met when they were students. From 1794 onwards, they worked so well together that it's hard to tell their individual work apart!
They were key in creating two important styles: the Directoire style and the Empire style. These styles were grand and fancy, often inspired by ancient history.
Important Projects
One of their most famous projects together was the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel. This is a large arch in Paris, France. Fontaine also designed the Galerie d'Orléans in Paris. This gallery was rebuilt in 1830.
Fontaine was born in a town called Pontoise in France. He later died in Paris.
A Lasting Friendship
After Charles Percier died in 1838, Fontaine designed a special tomb for him. This tomb was in their unique style. It is located in the Pere Lachaise Cemetery in Paris. Percier and Fontaine were not just colleagues; they also lived together. Fontaine got married later in his life. When he died in 1853, he was buried in the same tomb as Percier, just as he had wished.
See also
In Spanish: Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine para niños
- Interior designer
- Neoclassicism in France
