William Kent

William Kent (c. 1685 – 12 April 1748), born in Bridlington, Yorkshire, was an eminent English architect, landscape architect and furniture designer of the early 18th century.

He was baptised (on 1 January 1686) as William Cant.

Read more about William Kent:  Education, Architectural Works, Landscape Architect, Furniture Designer, Walpole Tribute

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