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| Pierre Lombart (1612?–1681) | ||||||||||
| A French designer and engraver born in Paris, Lombart is believed to have studied design under Simon Vouet, though it is unclear who instructed him in engraving. After gaining some recognition in Paris, he moved to England, likely before the Restoration. Known chiefly for his engravings after the works of the old masters, his style is characterised by precise line work and tonal gradation. His prints exhibit disciplined clarity and formal restraint, reflecting both his Parisian training and his adaptation to English tastes during the Interregnum. Lombart’s last known work dates from 1672, after which he returned to Paris. While in England, he was primarily employed by booksellers, for whom he created a variety of subjects and portraits, the latter being his most celebrated works. Despite his reputation as the best engraver in England, little is known about his life. He made his will in Paris on 30 October 1681 and died on that same day. | ||||||||||
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