Antoine-Denis Chaudet

Antoine-Denis Chaudet (3 March 1763 – 19 April 1810) was a renowned French sculptor, active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Born in Paris in 1763, Chaudet was a pupil of the famous sculptor Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne. He is best known for his portrait busts, which were highly sought after by the French aristocracy. He was also known for his public monuments, such as the bronze statue of Voltaire in the Jardin des Tuileries, and the marble figures of the Four Seasons at the Louvre.

Chaudet’s work was highly influential in the development of the neoclassical style in France. He was a close friend of the artist Jacques-Louis David, and the two collaborated on several projects. Chaudet was also a member of the prestigious Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture. He was awarded the Legion of Honor in 1802, and was appointed a professor of sculpture at the École des Beaux-Arts in 1806.

Chaudet’s work is still highly admired today. His sculptures can be found in many of the world’s great museums, including the Louvre, the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux, and the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lille. His busts and monuments continue to be celebrated for their beauty, grace, and technical skill. Antoine-Denis Chaudet is remembered as one of the most important French sculptors of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.