Marc Pautrel's 'La Sainte Réalité' on Chardin's Life
Marc Pautrel's book 'La Sainte Réalité', published by Gallimard, explores the life of Jean-Siméon Chardin. It highlights how the painter, who sought to sanctify everyday life in his works, was struck by a 'bizarre curse' through personal trials. The review appeared in Artpress n°440, January 2017, page 84.
Key facts
- Marc Pautrel authored 'La Sainte Réalité'.
- The book is about Jean-Siméon Chardin.
- Published by Gallimard.
- Chardin's life was marked by hardships.
- He aimed to sanctify life in his paintings.
- He was afflicted by a 'bizarre curse'.
- Reviewed in Artpress n°440, January 2017.
- Review on page 84.
Entities
Artists
- Marc Pautrel
- Jean-Siméon Chardin
Institutions
- Gallimard
- Artpress
Sources
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