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c. 1880 - Architect Charles Garnier

Designer of the Paris opera house

When asked by Empress Eugénie (wife of Napoleon III) in what style the building was to
be done, he is said to have replied: "Why Ma'am, in Napoleon Trois, and you complain!"


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