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Antonio Rivas Mercado | |
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| Born | 26 February 1853 Tepic Territory, Mexico |
| Died | 3 January 1927 Mexico City, Mexico |
| Occupation | Architect |
| Spouse | Matilde Castellanos Haaf |
| Children | 6, including Antonieta Rivas Mercado |
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Antonio Rivas Mercado (26 February 1853 – 3 January 1927) was a Mexican architect, engineer and restorer. He is considered the preeminent Mexican architect of the late 19th century and early 20th century. His most famous project was the design of the Independence Column in downtown Mexico City. He was the director of the Academy of San Carlos from 1903 to 1912.