Boileau (Massard)
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Boileau (Massard)
Nicolas BOILEAU-DESPREAUX French writer (oval portrait) Date: 1636 - 1711
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1636 1711 Boileau Despreaux Massard Nicolas Oval
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This evocative oval portrait captures the intense gaze and intellectual prowess of Nicolas Boileau-Despreaux (1636-1711), a renowned French poet and literary critic of the late 17th century. Known as Boileau or Massard, he is considered one of the leading figures of the French classical revival. Boileau's influence on French literature was profound, and his work helped to establish the Académie Française, the French national academy for language and literature. Born in Paris, Boileau studied law before turning to literature. His first major work, "Art Poétique," published in 1674, laid out the principles of French classical poetry. The work was a critical success and established Boileau as a leading literary figure. He went on to write a number of influential poems and critical essays, including "Satires," "Lettres sur divers sujets," and "Art de la critique." Boileau's literary style was characterized by its rigorous adherence to classical forms and its emphasis on reason and clarity. His work was deeply influential on French literature and helped to establish the neoclassical tradition. This portrait, likely painted during Boileau's later years, captures the serious and thoughtful expression that characterized his public persona. The artist has skillfully rendered the intricacies of Boileau's clothing and the rich textures of his fur-trimmed robe, adding to the sense of depth and complexity in the image. Overall, this portrait offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and legacy of one of France's most important literary figures.
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