Antoine Coysevox

French sculptor and educator

Antoine Coysevox - French sculptor and educator
Born

September 29th, 1640
384 years ago

Died

October 10th, 1720
304 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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Antoine Coysevox specialized in sculpture during the Baroque period. Renowned for mastery in creating lifelike figures, he worked on various significant projects in France. His career included producing prominent works for royal patrons, contributing to the artistic landscape of the era. Additionally, he served as a professor at the Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture, influencing future generations of artists through education.

Created sculptures for the Palace of Versailles

Served as a professor at the Académie Royale

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