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Did Palladio have a significant influence on British architecture?

  • No

  • Yes

  • Only on French architecture

  • Only in Italy

Answer

Yes, Palladio had a significant influence on British architecture. His work was first introduced to Britain in the 16th century by the English architect Inigo Jones, who studied Palladio's buildings while on a tour of Italy. Jones was so impressed by Palladio's work that he began to incorporate his principles into his own designs.
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