Artists  > Nicolas Poussin

Nicolas Poussin

A French artist, Poussin was known for his allegorical, mythological, and historical scenes that were rationally ordered but often poetic in tone.

Dates
1594–1665
Born In
Europe > Western Europe > France
Active In
Europe > Southern Europe > Italy
Period Culture Style
Baroque > French Baroque
Known For
Painting > Portrait painting, History painting
Works of Art

Artists  > Nicolas Poussin

Nicolas Poussin

A French artist, Poussin was known for his allegorical, mythological, and historical scenes that were rationally ordered but often poetic in tone.

Dates
1594–1665
Born In
Europe > Western Europe > France
Active In
Europe > Southern Europe > Italy
Period Culture Style
Baroque > French Baroque
Known For
Painting > Portrait painting, History painting
Works of Art