A.W.N. Pugin

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Also Known As	Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
Born	March 1, 1812 • London • England
Died	September 14, 1852 (aged 40) • London • England
Notable Works	“Contrasts” • “True Principles of Pointed or Christian Architecture”
Movement / Style	Gothic Revival
Subjects Of Study	Gothic Revival

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