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The Professor by Charles Robert Cockerell

1848 · Royal Academy of Arts, London

Charles Robert Cockerell (1788-1863) was a distinguished English architect, archaeologist, and writer whose career spanned from his formative years under Robert Smirke to his celebrated architectural achievements like the Ashmolean Museum and Fitzwilliam Museum. He gained international recognition for overseeing the shipment of the Apollo Temple frieze to London during his groundbreaking Grand Tou

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Art Movement: Greek Revival
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Charles Robert Cockerell

1788 – 1863

Quick facts

Museums on APSRoyal Academy of Arts
Born1788, London, United Kingdom
Copyright statusPublic domain
Lifespan75 years
Top-ranked workThe Professor
Art period19th Century

Biography

early life and formative years

charles robert cockerell, a prominent english architect, archaeologist, and writer, was born on april 27, 1788, in london, united kingdom. his formative years were spent under the tutelage of robert smirke, a renowned architect, laying the foundation for cockerell's future endeavors.

archaeological discoveries and grand tour

between 1810 and 1817, cockerell embarked on an extended grand tour, primarily spent in greece. this period was marked by significant archaeological discoveries, including the excavation of the temple of aphaia on aegina and the temple of apollo at bassae. the latter's frieze, now housed in the british museum, was meticulously shipped to england under cockerell's supervision.

establishment as a respected architect

upon returning to england in 1817, cockerell established a successful architectural practice in london. his designs, showcased in various projects, including the ashmolean museum at oxford and the fitzwilliam museum at cambridge, demonstrate an effortless incorporation of classical and greek architecture.

notable achievements and legacy

cockerell was bestowed with the prestigious royal gold medal in 1848, solidifying his position as a leading figure in british architecture.
he served as surveyor of st paul's cathedral from 1819 and as architect to the bank of england from 1833.
cockerell was elected an associate of the royal academy (ara) in 1829 and a royal academician (ra) in 1836.

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discover more of charles robert cockerell's works and legacy:

ashmolean museum, oxford: a testament to cockerell's mastery of neoclassical architecture.
fitzwilliam museum, cambridge: a showcase of cockerell's ability to blend classical and greek architectural elements.

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Collector's quiz

Charles Robert Cockerell was primarily known for his work as an architect, archaeologist, and:
During his extended Grand Tour (1810-1817), Cockerell made significant archaeological discoveries, including the frieze from which temple?
Which prestigious award did Cockerell receive in 1848, solidifying his position as a leading figure in British architecture?
Charles Robert Cockerell is credited with being the first to document what feature in Greek temples?
Which of the following museums prominently features designs by Charles Robert Cockerell?

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