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Questions about Ivan Starov

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When was Ivan Starov born and when did he die?

Ivan Yegorovich Starov lived from 1745 to the 17th of April 1808. He died in 1808 after a life dedicated to architecture within the Russian Empire.

What cities did Ivan Starov design master plans for during his career?

Ivan Starov devised master plans for Yaroslavl, Voronezh, Pskov, Yekaterinoslav, and Nikolaev within the Russian Empire. His radial plan for Yaroslavl dates from 1778 and highlights dozens of historic churches and towers.

Which major buildings did Ivan Starov construct for Prince Potemkin?

Ivan Starov designed the Tauride Palace in St. Petersburg which appeared in 1783 for Prince Potemkin. He also created the Potemkin Palace in Yekaterinoslav completed work in 1786 and the Potemkin mansion in Bogoyavlensk-on-the-Bug appearing in 1790.

Who were the parents of Ivan Starov and what was his early family background?

Ivan Starov began his early life in a deacon's family before entering higher education. He married Natalia Deimdova on the 30th of March 1771 and they had three sons named Alexander, Peter, and Paul.

Where is Ivan Starov buried after his death in 1808?

Ivan Starov died on the 17th of April 1808 and was buried in the Lazarevskoe Cemetery of the Alexander Nevsky Lavra. This burial site remains associated with his final resting place following his death.