Henry Hobson Richardson

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Henry Hobson Richardson: An American architect who lived from 1838 to 1886. He is known for developing a distinctive, influential style of architecture in the United States.
Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • The building was designed in the style of Henry Hobson Richardson.
    • Henry Hobson Richardson's work is characterized by its Romanesque revival elements.
Advanced Usage
  • "Richardsonian Romanesque": The architectural style pioneered by Henry Hobson Richardson, characterized by massive stone walls, rounded Roman arches, and intricate carvings.
    • The old library is a prime example of Richardsonian Romanesque.
Variants and Related Words
  • Richardsonian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the architectural style of Henry Hobson Richardson.
    • The building's Richardsonian features include its rusticated stonework.
Synonyms
  • H. H. Richardson: A common abbreviated form of the architect's name.
Noun
  1. United States architect (1838-1886)