Charles-Édouard Jeanneret

Charles-Édouard Jeanneret

artist Switzerland

Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, better known as Le Corbusier, was a Swiss-French architect, designer, painter, and writer who became one of the most influential figures in modern architecture. Born in 1887 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, he initially trained as a decorative artist before evolving into a pioneering architect. Le Corbusier's vision centered around the synthesis of architecture, art, and design, which he expressed through innovative buildings that often blurred the lines between art and architecture, such as the Chapel of Notre Dame du Haut in Ronchamp. His work emphasized functionality, simplicity, and the use of modern materials, leading to the creation of over seventy buildings, many of which are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Despite his progressive contributions, Le Corbusier's legacy is complex and controversial, particularly due to his opportunistic engagement with totalitarian regimes and his ambiguous views on fascism.

Born on Oct 06, 1887 (137 years old)

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Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
6,027
Power
487$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Switzerland 1 7.00 0.07% +0% 8,654,622 6,027 $700,000 487$
Totals 1 8,654,622 6,027 $700,000 487$
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Switzerland Switzerland: Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, better known as Le Corbusier, was an influential figure in architecture and design. 7

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Er war ein Alleskönner und auch ein Opportunist