Nicolas Mignard | |
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Born | February 7, 1606[a] |
Died | March 20, 1668 Paris, France | (aged 62)
Nationality | French |
Other names | Mignard d’Avignon |
Occupation | Painter |
Spouse | Marguerite d'Avril |
Children | 2, including Paul and Pierre II |
Family | Pierre Mignard (brother) |
Nicolas Mignard (French pronunciation: [nikɔla miɲaʁ]), also known as Mignard d’Avignon, (7 February 1606 (baptised) – 20 March 1668) was a French painter known for his religious and mythological scenes and portraits.[1] He spent most of his active life in Avignon creating religious and mythological paintings for religious institutions and stately homes but ended his career as court painter in Paris.[2]
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