Jean Duvet: Pioneer of French Printmaking Jean Duvet (1485 – after 1561) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of French Renaissance printmaking, marking the genesis of a distinctive artistic tradition that would resonate throughout the sixteenth century. Despite the scarcity of biographical details—a frustrating puzzle for scholars—Duvet’s legacy rests firmly on his extraordinary output of engravings, particularly his monumental depiction of the Apocalypse, which cemented his reputation as one of the foremost artists of his time. Early Life and Training Born in Dijon, France, Duvet's…