Richard Cementarius
Richard Cementarius (also known as Richard the Mason ) was a Scottish architect and became the first Provost of Aberdeen in 1272 . At the court of Alexander III. he held the title of King Master Mason .
He designed the old tower of Drum Castle , as well as the nearby Brig o 'Balgownie . Both structures have unmistakable pointed arches that are characteristic of his work.
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| SURNAME | Cementarius, Richard |
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Richard the Mason |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Scottish architect and politician |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 13th Century |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Scotland |
| DATE OF DEATH | 13th century or 14th century |
| Place of death | Scotland |