charles bullfinch
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Definition
Proper noun: * Charles Bulfinch: An American architect, historically significant for his neoclassical designs, most notably the United States Capitol building in Washington, D.C. His work served as a model for many other state government buildings.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- The design of the Massachusetts State House is attributed to Charles Bulfinch.
- Charles Bulfinch's influence on American civic architecture is profound.
Advanced Usage
- Bulfinch style: A term sometimes used to describe the early American neoclassical architectural style characterized by symmetry, domes, and classical details, as exemplified by Bulfinch's work.
- The old courthouse is a fine example of the Bulfinch style.
Variants and Related Words
- Bulfinchian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the architectural style of Charles Bulfinch.
- The building's portico has a distinctly Bulfinchian elegance.
Synonyms
- Architect
- Designer
Related Phrases
- The Bulfinch Front: A specific, iconic facade of the Massachusetts General Hospital designed by Charles Bulfinch.
Noun
- United States architect who designed the Capitol Building in Washington which served as a model for state capitols throughout the United States (1763-1844)