Peter Atkinson | |
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Baptised | 1780 |
Died | 13 January 1843 |
Occupation | Architect |
Known for | Designing the new Ouse Bridge in York |
Peter Atkinson (baptised 1780 – 13 January 1843) was an English architect.[1]
Atkinson was educated in his profession by his father, Peter Atkinson (1735–1805). In 1801, he became his father's partner, and after his father died, he took over the business. Matthew Phillips (c. 1781–1825) became his partner from 1805 until 1819. A former pupil, Richard Hey Sharp, (1793–1853) succeeded Phillips until 1827, after which Atkinson's sons, John Bownas Atkinson (1807–1874) and William Atkinson (1811–1886) assisted their father.
For many years Atkinson had been a steward and surveyor to the corporation of York. He erected many churches in the service of the church commissioners. During the last years of his life he resided abroad - he died in Calcutta on 13 January 1843.[2]
Among Atkinson's surviving works are: