Louis Vignes
French photographer (1831–1896)
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Summary
Louis Vignes was born on June 8, 1831[1], in Bordeaux[2]. He died on July 1, 1896[3], in Paris[4]. He worked as a photographer[5], naval officer[6], and cartographer[7]. He is known by 4 alternative names across languages and contexts.[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: France[9]
- Position held: Inspector general de la Marina Francesa.[10], Maritime prefect of Toulon[11], Chief of Staff of the French Navy[12]
- Educated at: École Navale[13]
- Award received: Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour[14]
- Sex or gender: male[15]
- Commons category: Louis Vignes[16]
- Family name: Vignes[17]
- Given name: Louis[18]
- Described by source: Geographicus Rare Antique Maps biographical dictionary of cartographers[19]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[20]
- Commons Creator page: Louis Vignes[21]
- Start of work period: January 1, 1860[22]
- End of work period: January 1, 1870[23]
- Has works in the collection: National Gallery of Art[24], J. Paul Getty Museum[25]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[26]
FAQs
Where was Louis Vignes born?
Louis Vignes's place of birth was Bordeaux[2].
Where did Louis Vignes die?
Louis Vignes died in Paris[4].
What did Louis Vignes do for work?
Louis Vignes worked as a photographer[5], naval officer[6], and cartographer[7].
Where did Louis Vignes go to school?
Louis Vignes was educated at École Navale[13].
What awards did Louis Vignes receive?
Honors received include Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour[14].