Louise Moillon | |
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Born | Louise Moillon c. 1610 Paris, France |
Died | 1696 Paris, France |
Nationality | French |
Known for | Painting |
Movement | Baroque |
Spouse | Etienne Girardot |
Louise Moillon (c. 1610–1696) was a French still life painter in the Baroque era.[1] It is recorded that she became known as one of the best still life painters of her time, as her work was purchased by King Charles I of England, as well as French nobility.[2] Moillon's works show the influence of Flemish painting in their trompe l'oeil effects but are characteristically French in their elegance.[3] Moillon created about 40 paintings during her lifetime which are held in museums and private collections.[3]