Thomas Blanchet (1614 - 1689)

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Thomas Blanchet

Thomas Blanchet, a distinguished French painter, sculptor, and architect, left an indelible mark on the Baroque era with his multifaceted talent. Blanchet's journey in art saw him transitioning from sculpture to painting under the guidance of Jacques Sarazin. His early years in Paris were enriched by the emerging Baroque influence and the Mannerism of the School of Fontainebleau, placing him among contemporaries like Simon Vouet​​.

Blanchet's formative years extended beyond French borders, as he ventured to Rome around 1645 to 1653. There, he immersed himself in the circle of Nicolas Poussin and visited the studios of Andrea Sacchi and Pietro da Cortona, earning high praise from Gianlorenzo Bernini. This period was marked by significant commissions, including works for Niccolò Guido di Bagno and the creation of engravings and mausoleums, notably in Venice for René de Voyer d'Argenson​​​​.

His repertoire was vast, encompassing classical themes, religious narratives, and architectural capriccios, as evidenced in works like "Time and Truth overcoming Envy and Discord" and "La Résurrection De Lazare"​​. Blanchet's influence extended to Lyon, where he contributed to the city's cultural heritage through frescoes at the Collège de la Trinité, now Collège Ampère, and designed significant public and private spaces including the Palais de Roanne's grand chamber ceilings​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Thomas Blanchet's oeuvre represents a bridge between French and Italian Baroque, embodying the era's dramatic expressions and classical reverence. His works, found in both public spaces and museums, continue to be celebrated for their historical and artistic significance.

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Date and place of birt:1614, Paris, France
Date and place of death:21 june 1689, Lyon, France
Period of activity: XVII century
Specialization:Architect, Artist, Draftsman, Engraver, Painter, Sculptor
Genre:History painting, Mythological painting, Portrait, Religious genre
Art style:Baroque, Classicism, Old Masters

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