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Founding of the Académie royale d'architecture
- When
- December 30, 1671
- Where
- Unresolved site
Louis XIV founded the Académie royale d'architecture on December 30, 1671, under the impulsion of Jean-Baptiste Colbert.
The French learned society was established on December 30, 1671. King Louis XIV, who reigned from 1643 to 1715, initiated the founding. Jean-Baptiste Colbert played a key role in impelling the creation of this architectural institution.
Sources
- Académie royale d'architecture Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-23
- Louis XIV Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-23
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