Simon Guillain

Simon Guillain (1581–1658) was a French sculptor.

Also recorded as Simon, the Elder Guillain; Simon Guillain I; Simon, I Guillain.

Simon Guillain in brief

Born
1581
Died
1658
Known for
sculptor
Place of birth
Paris
Contents

Overview

Born at Paris in 1581, died at Paris in 1658.

In detail

training under Nicolas Guillain and Alessandro Algardi is recorded. François Anguier and Pierre Hutinot are recorded as having studied under Simon Guillain. the recorded working language is French.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Paris. Membership is recorded of Académie royale de peinture et de sculpture.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Simon Guillain”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q2232736: Simon Guillain

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