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| Jean-Baptiste Perronneau (1715–1783) | ||||||||||
| Born in Paris, Perronneau was possibly a pupil of Charles-Joseph Natoire and the engraver Laurent Cars. He began his career as an engraver before transitioning to portraiture, where he became known for his oil and pastel paintings, celebrated for their high quality and realism. His portraits, often of the fashionable and wealthy, were particularly admired for his masterful use of pastel colours, which he applied to highlight the natural beauty of his subjects. Highly influential in the development of French Rococo painting, Perronneau set a standard of excellence that was both admired and emulated by his contemporaries. He became a member of the Academy in 1753. Though he was commissioned by many notable figures, including politicians, courtiers, and aristocrats, he struggled to compete with La Tour for the same clientele, prompting him to travel frequently in search of work, visiting Russia, Italy, and Amsterdam, where he died. His legacy endures through his stunning, realistic portraits, which continue to reflect his skill and artistry. | ||||||||||
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