Charles Cressent

Charles Cressent (1685–1768) was a French sculptor, cabinetmaker and master craftsman.

Also recorded as Charles Cresent; Charles Crescent.

Charles Cressent in brief

Born
1685
Died
1768
Known for
sculptor, cabinetmaker and master craftsman
Place of birth
Amiens
Contents

Overview

Born at Amiens in 1685, died at Paris in 1768.

In detail

training under François Cressent is recorded. the recorded working language is French.

Work by Charles Cressent is recorded in the collections of Minneapolis Institute of Art, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, J. Paul Getty Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and National Museum Paleis het Loo.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Charles Cressent”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q2958822: Charles Cressent

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