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François Duquesnoy

François Duquesnoy: A Flemish Sculptor in Rome Born: Nettuno, Italy (1597) Died: 1643 Early Life and Training François duquesnoy, also known as Frans Duquesnoy, was born in Brussels. His father, Jérôme duquesnoy the elder, served as the court sculptor to Archduchess Isabella and Archduke Albert. Duquesnoy received his early training in Brussels, demonstrating talent that attracted the attention of the archduke. The

archduke provided financial support for Duquesnoy to study in Rome, where he would spend the majority of his career. Upon arriving in Rome around 1618, Duquesnoy meticulously studied antique sculpture, famously climbing over the equestrian Marcus Aurelius to understand its construction. Artistic Style and Influences Duquesnoy's style is characterized by a classicized approach, often contrasted with the more emotional and the…