François de Troy

French painter and engraver of portraits

François de Troy - French painter and engraver of portraits
Born

1645
380 years ago

Died

May 1st, 1730
294 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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A prominent painter and engraver, this individual specialized in portraiture during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Studied under well-known artists and gained recognition for skillfully capturing the likenesses and personalities of aristocrats and nobility. Operated a successful workshop, training numerous students who would continue the tradition of portrait painting. Contributed significantly to the art scene in France, where many of the subjects commissioned portraits reflected the opulence of the time. His works were characterized by their elegance and refinement, which appealed to the tastes of the French elite. Died in 1730, leaving behind a legacy of exquisite portraits.

Created portraits of notable French aristocrats

Engraved various works enhancing his painting career

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