Corneille de Lyon

Corneille de Lyon, born in 1500 in The Hague and died in 1575 in Lyon, was a French painter known for his portraits of the French court and nobility. His works, such as 'Portrait of Henry II' and 'Portrait of a Lady,' are admired for their refined technique and elegant compositions, capturing the essence of Renaissance dignity and character. Influenced by the Northern Renaissance tradition and his contemporary François Clouet, De Lyon's technique involved a delicate and sophisticated approach to composition and color, conveying the elegance and status of his subjects. His career was marked by his ability to depict the sophistication and grace of the French Renaissance, making him a notable figure in 16th-century French painting.