Laurent de La Hyre

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Laurent de La Hyre (1606-1656) was a major French painter of the 17th century and a leading figure of Parisian classicism. Born in Paris, he received his early training from his father, Étienne de La Hyre, a Mannerist painter. He then studied Italian engravings, which played an essential role in his development. Unlike many of his contemporaries, he did not travel to Italy. Nevertheless, his style was strongly influenced by Raphael and Parmigianino. He was close to the art of Nicolas Poussin, with whom he shared a taste for clarity and balance. La Hyre frequented Parisian intellectual and artistic circles. He collaborated with artists such as Eustache Le Sueur. He participated in major religious and civil decorative projects. His works address religious, mythological, and allegorical subjects. His style is distinguished by its great sobriety and rigorous composition.

In 1648, he became a founding member of the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture. He helped define the principles of academic teaching. Laurent de La Hyre died in Paris in 1656. He is now recognized as one of the most refined painters of French classicism.

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