Charles Le Brun

Charles Le Brun, born in 1619 in Paris and died in 1690 in Paris, was a French painter and the leading artist of the French Baroque era. His works, such as 'The Triumph of Alexander' and 'The Tent of Darius,' are celebrated for their grandeur and use of classical themes, capturing the essence of Baroque elegance and power. Influenced by the French Academy and his contemporary Nicolas Poussin, Le Brun's technique involved a refined and monumental approach to composition and color, conveying the nobility and drama of his subjects. His career was marked by his ability to depict the grandeur and authority of the French court, making him a pivotal figure in 17th-century French painting.