José María Bocabella

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José María Bocabella. 6 connected concepts: Barcelona (related to), Gothic Revival architecture (related to), Joan Martorell (related to), Antoni Gaudí (related to), Francisco de Paula del Villar y Lozano (related to), Sagrada Família (related to).

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Community · José María Bocabella

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Born in 1846, he worked as a professional bookseller in Barcelona.
He founded the Asociación Espiritual de Devotos de San José in 1866.
He purchased the land for the Sagrada Família in 1881.
His vision established the tradition of the temple being an expiatory church funded by public alms.

Summary

José María Bocabella y Verdaguer was a Spanish bookseller and philanthropist, best known for initiating the construction of the Basílica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família in Barcelona.

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Related toBarcelona100%
location of the source's life and his major philanthropic project
The city provided the social and economic context for Bocabella's work, particularly the rapid urban expansion during the late 19th century.
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Related toAntoni Gaudí100%
architect hired by the source to continue the basilica project
After Villar's resignation, Bocabella appointed Gaudí to lead the project, which fundamentally transformed the design into the iconic structure seen today.
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Related toFrancisco de Paula del Villar y Lozano95%
first architect commissioned by the source for the basilica
Villar was the original architect chosen by Bocabella to design the Sagrada Família, though he resigned shortly after construction began.
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Related toSagrada Família95%
Founder of the project
He was a bookseller and philanthropist who founded the Spiritual Association of Devotees of Saint Joseph, which commissioned the construction of the basilica.
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Related toGothic Revival architecture90%
original architectural style intended for the Sagrada Família
Before Gaudí took over, the project was conceived by Francisco de Paula del Villar as a traditional Neo-Gothic church, which influenced the initial design choices.
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Related toJoan Martorell90%
architect who recommended Gaudí to the source
Martorell was a key advisor to Bocabella and played a crucial role in suggesting that Gaudí take over the architectural direction of the Sagrada Família.
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Overview

José María Bocabella y Verdaguer was a prominent Spanish bookseller and philanthropist who played a pivotal role in the cultural and architectural history of his country. Operating primarily in the late 19th century, he is most recognized for his deep religious devotion and his commitment to charitable works within the city of Barcelona.

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His most significant contribution was the founding of the Asociación Espiritual de Devotos de San José, which served as the catalyst for the construction of the Basílica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família. By securing the necessary land and commissioning the initial project, he set in motion one of the most famous architectural endeavors in the world, ensuring that the monument would be funded entirely through private donations.

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