A Life in the French Court
Marc Duval was a French court painter and printmaker who lived and worked during the sixteenth century. Born in Saint-Vincent near Le Mans, he was the son of a sculptor and artist. His professional life was closely tied to the French nobility, and he was recorded as a merchant painter living in Paris. During his career, he was associated with the rulers of Navarre and worked at the court of the last kings of the Valois dynasty.
His life in Paris is documented through various legal and social records. In 1577, he was recorded as a witness to a marriage, and in 1579, he was involved in a lawsuit against Louis de Campania, Comte de la Suz. Duval died in Paris on 13 September 1581, a date he had predicted. He was married to Catherine, and their daughter was also a talented artist who remained in Paris.
Artistic Legacy and Attributions
Duval was recognized for his skill as a draughtsman and engraver. His body of work includes portraits of leaders of the Huguenot faction and various members of the nobility. Some of his works are identified through engravings and drawings, such as a 1579 engraving of the three Coligny brothers.
Art historians have engaged in significant discussion regarding his specific output and attributions. His work is linked to several notable pieces, including:
Questions & Answers
Can I browse Marc Duval's works by mood?
The Mood Room of Marc Duval is a page that arranges the artist's artworks by mood.
Is there a chronological account of Marc Duval?
Marc Duval's career unfolds period by period on the artist's Chronicle page: a horizontal timeline of the artworks, grouped into career-period chapters.
How many artworks by Marc Duval are available to browse?
You can browse 1 artwork by Marc Duval on the All Artworks page.
Where can I see the color profile of Marc Duval's work?
The color profile of Marc Duval's work is shown on the artist's Palette Genome page.
