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Isaac Moillon (1614-1673), un peintre du roi à Aubusson

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Isaac Moillon (1614-1673) was a French painter who worked in the royal tapestry workshops of Aubusson during the seventeenth century. This scholarly study examines his artistic contributions and role within the prestigious Aubusson manufactory, where he created designs for tapestries that adorned royal palaces and noble residences. The book situates Moillon's work within the broader context of French Baroque art and the cultural significance of tapestry production in the period. Drawing on archival research and artistic analysis, the author traces Moillon's career and his connections to the French royal court, illuminating how his paintings served as models for the intricate woven works that were highly valued across Europe. The study reveals the intersection of artistic innovation and craft tradition in seventeenth-century France, demonstrating how painters like Moillon bridged the worlds of fine art and decorative arts.

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