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André Godard

André Godard

Based in: Tehran
Born: 1881
Died: 1965

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Biography

French archaeologist, architect and historian (1881-1965). Director of Iranian Archaeological Services (1928-1953, 1956-1960). Inaugural Director of National Museum of Iran. Co-designed Tehran University campus, National Library of Iran, and Tomb of Hafez (with Maxime Siroux). Oversaw restoration of Isfahan's Friday Mosque, Shah Mosque, and Sheikh Lutfallah Mosque.

Projects(7)

National Library of Iran in Tehran

National Library of Iran

National Museum of Iran in Tehran

National Museum of Iran

Tehran University Campus

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