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Mignard Et Rigaud, Volumes 1-2
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781142704612
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Jan 4 2010
Pages: 364
Weight: 1.12
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: French
Mignard Et Rigaud, by Paul de Musset, delves into the lives and works of two prominent French portrait painters, Nicolas Mignard (1606-1668) and Hyacinthe Rigaud (1659-1743). This comprehensive two-volume work, originally published in 1839, offers a detailed biographical account of these artists, exploring their artistic techniques, influences, and contributions to French art during the 17th and 18th centuries.
De Musset meticulously chronicles Mignard's career, from his early training to his significant commissions, highlighting his skill in capturing the likenesses of the French elite. Similarly, the biography of Rigaud examines his rise to prominence as a sought-after portraitist, noting his ability to portray the grandeur and elegance of the French aristocracy. This book is a valuable resource for art historians, students, and anyone interested in French art and portraiture.
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