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Nicolas Coustou

1658 – 1733

Nicolas Coustou
Early Modern
Early Modern

Nicolas Coustou

Born 1658 Died 1733 Works span 1711–1726

A Legacy in Stone: The Life and Art of Nicolas Coustou Nicolas Coustou, a name synonymous with the grandeur of French Baroque sculpture, emerged from the artistic heart of Lyon in 1658. His journey was one deeply interwoven with family, patronage, and an unwavering dedication to mastering his craft. Born into a lineage of artisans—his father, François Coustou, being a skilled woodcarver—the young Nicolas received his earliest training…

5
dated works
3
chapters
1711
first work
1726
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Nicolas Coustou's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

Drag or scroll to travel through time

Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Nicolas Coustou's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.