André Félibien
French historian and author
Born
1619
406 years ago
Died
June 11th, 1695
330 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
France
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A historian and author with a focus on French art and architecture. Wrote several influential works on the lives and works of artists, particularly the biography of artists such as Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin. Contributed to art theory and criticism during the 17th century. His writings provided a historical context for artists of the time and helped shape the understanding of French classical art. Played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Académie de Peinture et de Sculpture.
Authored 'Description de la France'
Provided comprehensive biographies of artists
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