Birthdate: March 10, 1867
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Lyon, France
Died: May 20, 1942
Hector Guimard was a prominent French architect and designer acclaimed for his important role in shaping the Art Nouveau style. He first made a name for himself with the innovative design of the Castel Beranger, Paris’ inaugural Art Nouveau apartment building. Guimard is most celebrated for his distinctive glass and iron canopies adorning the entrances of the Paris Metro. Although Art Nouveau declined in popularity, Guimard’s legacy experienced a resurgence in the 1960s, highlighting the uniqueness and importance of his architectural and decorative creations.
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