The Hallé Dynasty: Their Artistic Legacy

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WILLK-BROCARD (Nicole) [Preface by Yves Bottineau]. A work on the Hallé dynasty - Daniel (1614-1675), Claude-Guy (1652-1736), Noël (1711-1781). Published by Arthena in Paris, 1995. Hardcover with illustrated dust jacket, quarto (28 x 21 cm), 720 pp., featuring 868 illustrations, including 34 in color. Spanning from the regency of Marie de Médicis to the eve of the Revolution, this dynasty of painters exemplifies numerous artist families of the Ancien Régime. Daniel Hallé (1614-1675) made his mark in Paris and received prestigious commissions. His son, Claude-Guy (1652-1736), became director of the Academy of Painting and Sculpture, known for his rigorous compositions. His son Noël (1711-1781) achieved the most recognition, excelling across various genres. The Hallé family significantly influenced the evolution of art, taste, and the Salon in France. A beautiful copy. No shipments outside the European Union or to overseas territories.