Louis Martial Minard
1801–1875 (age 74)
Biography
Louis Martial Minard (1801–1875) trained as an architect and became known for designing refined private residences and public buildings that balanced classical inspiration with the needs of a modernizing society.
His thoughtful attention to proportion and detail helped cultivate a dignified streetscape in the cities he touched, and admirers continue to note his contribution to the architectural heritage near Campo Santo, where he rests.