Jean Raon

Jean Raon (1631–1707) was a French sculptor and professor.

Also recorded as Jean-Melchior Raon.

Jean Raon in brief

Born
1631
Died
1707
Known for
sculptor and professor
Place of birth
Paris
Contents

Overview

Born at Paris in 1631, died at Louvre Palace in 1707.

In detail

Jean Raon studied at French Academy in Rome. the recorded working language is French.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Versailles. Employment is recorded with Louis XIV of France. Membership is recorded of Académie royale de peinture et de sculpture.

Work by Jean Raon is recorded in the collections of J. Paul Getty Museum.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Jean Raon”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q15039022: Jean Raon

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