Gaspard Dughet

Gaspard Dughet, born in 1615 in Rome and died in 1675 in Rome, was a French painter known for his landscapes, often referred to as 'ideal landscapes' for their classical and idyllic portrayal of nature. His works, such as 'Landscape with a River and Figures' and 'Mountainous Landscape with a Waterfall,' are celebrated for their serene beauty and harmonious compositions. Dughet's contributions to landscape painting and his influence on the Baroque movement have made him a celebrated figure in 17th-century art, capturing the essence of the natural world with a sense of tranquility and grandeur.