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Peter Parler (German: Peter von Gemünd, Czech: Petr Parléř, Latin: Petrus de Gemunden in Suevia; 1333 – 13 July 1399) was a German-Bohemian architect and sculptor from the Parler family of master builders. Along with his father, Heinrich Parler, he is one of the most prominent and influential craftsmen of the Middle Ages.
Apr 1, 2024 · Petr Parléř (born 1330, Schwäbisch Gmünd, Württemberg [Germany]—died July 13, 1399, Prague, Bohemia [now in Czech Republic]) was the best-known member of a famous German family of masons. His works exemplify the tendency toward profuse ornamentation and technical ostentation that are characteristic of late Gothic architecture.
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Peter Parler was one of the most well-known and influential craftsman of the Middle Ages. The designs of both he and his father became known as the "Parler style" and spread throughout Central Europe. An Asteroid named in honor of Peter Parler, 6550 Parléř, was discovered by Antonín Mrkos at Kleť Observatory on 4 November 1988. Works
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After Matthias' death in 1352, 23-year-old Peter Parler assumed control of the cathedral workshop as master builder. He was son of the architect of the Heilig-Kreuz-Münster in Schwäbisch Gmünd . Initially, Parler only worked on plans left by his predecessor, building the sacristy on the north side of the choir and the chapel on the south.
Peter Parler was a German-Bohemian architect and sculptor from the Parler family of master builders. Along with his father, Heinrich Parler, he is one of the most prominent and influential craftsmen of the Middle Ages.
Learn about Peter Parler, a German-Bohemian master builder who created St. Vitus Cathedral, Charles Bridge and the New Town of Prague. Discover his works and legacy at various sites in and around Prague.
Jun 4, 2023 · Jun 4, 2023. 0:00. In this interview Dr Jana Gajdosova talks about her research into the architects, their lives, their business practice, and their architecture during the late gothic period. The conversation focusses on the architects Peter Parler, who worked on Prague Cathedral, and Lorenz Lechler, both of whom may be described as members of ...
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