Federico Halbherr
Italian archaeologist and epigrapher (1857–1930) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Federico Halbherr (Rovereto, then in the Austro-Hungarian Empire, 15 February 1857 – Rome, 17 July 1930) was an Italian archaeologist and epigrapher, known for his excavations on Crete. In particular, he is known for his excavations of the Minoan palace at Phaistos and the Minoan town of Hagia Triada. A contemporary, friend, and advisor of Arthur Evans, he began excavating at Phaistos before Evans began excavating at Knossos. Some of his work was funded by the Archaeological Institute of America.
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Federico Halbherr | |
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Born | (1857-02-15)15 February 1857 |
Died | 17 July 1930(1930-07-17) (aged 73) |
Nationality | Italian |
Citizenship | Italy |
Known for | Excavation of Phaistos, Hagia Triada, discovery of the Gortyn code, foundation of the Italian School of Archaeology at Athens |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Archaeology |
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