Pierre van Boucle (1610 – 1673): A Parisian Animal Still Life Master Pierre van Boucle, a Flemish Baroque painter born around 1610 in Antwerp, remains an enigmatic figure within the artistic landscape of the seventeenth century. Despite his prolific output during the Dutch Golden Age and considerable renown amongst collectors, biographical details about his life are scarce—a frustrating paradox for art historians eager to unravel the mysteries surrounding this talented artist. Born into a family steeped in artistic tradition, Pierre’s father, Carel Boucle, was an engraver who achieved maste…