Claude Deruet: A Nancy Baroque Master Claude Deruet (1588 – 1660) stands as a cornerstone of Nancy baroque art, embodying the grandeur and emotional intensity characteristic of the era. Born into a noble lineage, his formative years were nurtured by familial patronage and crucially shaped by an apprenticeship under Jacques Bellange, Charles III’s court painter—a connection that cemented his artistic trajectory and instilled within him a meticulous dedication to craft and visual storytelling. This early mentorship ensured he mastered techniques vital for capturing the spirit of his time. Ear…