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Christophe Veyrier

Christophe Veyrier: A Sculptor Shaped by Puget and Genoa Christophe Veyrier (25 June 1637 – 10 June 1689) stands as a testament to the artistic fervor of the French Baroque, firmly rooted in the legacy of Pierre Puget but profoundly impacted by his formative years spent in Genoa. Born in Trets, Provence, France, he inherited a talent for sculpture from his uncle, Pierre Puget—a celebrated artist known for his expressive marble figures

and masterful handling of drapery—establishing him as part of a significant artistic lineage. This connection to Puget’s oeuvre would undoubtedly shape Veyrier's own stylistic sensibilities. Early Life & Training: Veyrier’s formal training commenced in Aix-en-Provence, where he honed his skills under the tutelage of Jean Baptiste Tourte, a prominent sculptor who championed classical ideals alongside Baroque dynamism. This dual infl…