François Anguier: Sculptor of Remembrance and Baroque Elegance François Anguier (1604 – 1669) stands as a pivotal figure in French Baroque sculpture, celebrated primarily for his monumental funerary monuments—particularly the Montmorency Tomb—which cemented his reputation as one of the era’s foremost artists. Born in Seine-Maritime, France, Anguier's artistic journey began with formative training under Jean Boulogne, a sculptor known for his dramatic theatrical productions and sculptures reflecting humanist ideals. This early exposure instilled in him a profound understanding of visual story…