A Flemish Sculptor Steeped in Classical Inspiration Francis van Bossuit (1635, Brussels – 1692, Amsterdam) stands as a testament to the enduring fascination with antiquity during the Baroque period. Born in Brussels amidst the burgeoning artistic fervor of his time, he embarked on a journey that would solidify his reputation as one of Flanders’ most distinguished sculptors and, crucially, as an educator who championed the revival of c…