Bernardo Poncini

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Name Bernardo Poncini

Bernardo Poncini (1814-1874) was a Swiss architect.

Born in Ticino, he studied in Milan, at the Brera Academy.

He was active in Montevideo from 1857 till 1863, taking part in several important works:

Cathedral of Montevideo (refurbishing, 1858)

Independence Square, adding Doric orders (1860)

Maciel Hospital, wing facing Guaraní Street, respecting the Neoclassical style of José Toribio (1859).

In Argentina he was active in Gualeguaychú, Entre Ríos, building its cathedral.

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