Le Corbusier was one of the most influential architects of the 20th century. He is considered one of the founders of modern architecture and urbanism. His works are characterized by clear forms...
Le Corbusier – The Architect of Modernism
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Karl Friedrich Schinkel – Architect of Prussian classicism
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Karl Friedrich Schinkel was one of the most important architects and master builders of the 19th century. He shaped the cityscape of Berlin and other Prussian cities with his classicist buildings...
Jean Paul Gaultier – Enfant terrible of fashion
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Jean Paul Gaultier is one of the most famous and influential fashion designers in the world. He was born on April 24, 1952 in Arcueil, France and began his career as an assistant to Pierre Cardin...
Hildegard Knef – A style icon of the post-war period
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Hildegard Knef was one of the most famous and versatile German artists of the 20th century. She was an actress, singer, author and director who enjoyed success in various genres and countries...
Mireille Mathieu – How the singer became a style icon
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Mireille Mathieu is one of the most famous and successful French singers in the world. For more than five decades, she has thrilled her audience with her powerful and soulful voice, which has earned...