Birthdate: August 22, 1764
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Paris, France
Died: September 5, 1838
Charles Percier was a well-known figure in architecture and interior decoration. He is recognized for introducing the Empire style of interior decoration in partnership with Pierre Fontaine. As a Prix de Rome recipient, Percier adeptly combined Greco-Roman and Egyptian architectural styles in his projects. He was instrumental in the design of important landmarks such as the Louvre and the Tuileries Palace in Paris. His creative methods and meticulous focus on detail have had a lasting influence on the fields of architecture and design.
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