Chauveau Francois Collection

Mask with Long Eyebrows and Mustache and a Headdress with Dangling Cloth, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Mask of a Bald Man with Tufty Sideburns, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Head of a Child on the Bow of a Ship, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Americanorum Rex, Guisius, from Courses de Testes et de Bagues Faittes par Roy et par les Princes et Signeurs de sa Cour, en l annee 1662 (Grand Carrousel), 1662-70

Castrorum Praefectus Americanus, from Courses de Testes et de Bagues Faittes par Roy et par les Princes et Signeurs de sa Cour, en l annee 1662 (Grand Carrousel), 1662-70

Armiger, Ephebus, Americani, from Courses de Testes et de Bagues Faittes par Roy et par les Princes et Signeurs de sa Cour, en l annee 1662 (Grand Carrousel), 1662-70

Triumphal arch erected in honor of Cardinal Mazarin after the Treaty of the Pyrenees, ca. 1664-5

Satyr Mask with Horns and a Twisted Beard Wearing an Ivy Wreath, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Satyr Mask with Overlapping Horns and Four Braided Strands of Beard, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Satyr Mask with Hooked Horns and an Ivy Wreath, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Satyr Mask with Curled Horns, Leafy Eyebrows and a Cloth Hanging Beneath the Chin, ca
Satyr Mask with Curled Horns, Leafy Eyebrows and a Cloth Hanging Beneath the Chin, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Satyr Mask with Curled Horns Looking Down, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Mask of a Bald Man with Pointed Ears and a Long, Parted Beard, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Monkey Mask, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45. Creator: Francois Chauveau
Monkey Mask, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Satyr Mask with an Indented Snout and a Wreath of Oak Leaves, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Mask with a Long Mustache Tied with a Ribbon Beneath the Chin, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Satyr Mask with a Spiral-Shaped Beard and Ivy Grouped Around Each Horn, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Mask of Bacchus with a Wreath of Grape Leaves and Ribbon, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Satyr Mask with a Crown of Ivy, Facing Right, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Satyr Mask with a Laurel Wreath Draped Over the Horns, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Title Plate with Two Satyr Heads, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

Meleager and Atalanta, 1643. Creator: Francois Chauveau
Meleager and Atalanta, 1643. After Laurent de La Hyre

Adoration. n. d. Creator: Francois Chauveau
Adoration.n.d. After Laurent de La Hyre

Rebecca and Eliezer. Creator: Francois Chauveau
Rebecca and Eliezer. After Laurent de La Hyre

Marc de Wilson, 17th century. Creator: Nicolas Regnesson
Marc de Wilson, 17th century

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"Chauveau Francois: Unveiling the Enigmatic Masks and Artistry of Dive" Step into the captivating world of Chauveau Francois, where masks come alive with intricate details and mesmerizing expressions. From Dive, a treasure trove of artistic brilliance, emerges a collection that transcends time. One mask transports us to an era long gone – adorned with long eyebrows and a mustache, it exudes an air of mystery. Another mask reveals a bald man with tufty sideburns, his gaze hinting at untold stories from Divers Masques in the 17th century. But it is not just human faces that captivate Chauveau Francois; even the head of a child perched on the bow of a ship tells its own tale. A symbol of innocence amidst turbulent waters, this masterpiece from Divers Masques evokes emotions beyond words. Delving deeper into history, we encounter Americanorum Rex Guisius and Castrorum Praefectus Americanus - characters brought to life through Courses de Testes et de Bagues Faittes par Roy et par. These regal figures embody power and strength as they race towards victory. Armiger Ephebus Americani stands tall among them all – his noble stature resonating with pride as he represents courage personified. The spirit of triumph echoes through these magnificent creations by Chauveau Francois. And then there are satyr masks - enchanting creatures from ancient mythology who grace us with their presence. With horns twisted or overlapping, beards braided or curled beneath leafy eyebrows, each satyr mask possesses its own unique charm. As we explore these remarkable works by Chauveau Francois, our imagination takes flight alongside Cardinal Mazarin's triumphal arch after the Treaty of Pyrenees. It stands proud as a testament to art's ability to immortalize historical moments for generations to come.