Antoine Coysevox

1640 – 1720

Antoine Coysevox
Early Modern
Early Modern

Antoine Coysevox

Born 1640 Died 1720 Works span 1676–1716

The Sculptor of Royal Grandeur Antoine Coysevox stands as a monumental figure in the artistic landscape of Baroque France, inextricably linked to the reign of Louis XIV and the ambitious patronage that defined an era of absolute monarchy. Born in Lyon in 1640, he ascended from modest beginnings—the son of a sculptor—to become one of the most celebrated masters of his time. His journey was one of profound transformation, as he moved fr…

18
dated works
5
chapters
1676
first work
1716
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Antoine Coysevox's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

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Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Antoine Coysevox's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.