British architect
1721 CE to 1804 CE
Nicholas Revett (1721–1804) is a British architect.
Revett is best known for his work with James "Athenian" Stuart documenting the ruins of ancient Athens.
He is sometimes described as an amateur architect, but he plays an important role in the revival of Greek architecture.
Revett is believed to have been born in Framlingham, Suffolk, although his family lived at Brandeston nearby.
He was baptized in the Church of St Michael the Archangel, Framlingham.
He studies with the proto-Neoclassical painter Marco Benefial.
He died in London, and is buried in Brandeston.
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