Jean de Court: A Master of Mannerist Enamel Jean de Court (c. 1530 – 1584) stands as a singular figure in the vibrant tapestry of French Renaissance art, particularly renowned for his exquisite painted enamels—a technique that fused meticulous craftsmanship with profound symbolic expression. Born in Limoges, France, during the reign of Francis I, Court’s artistic journey unfolded against the backdrop of humanist ideals and burgeoning…