Charles-Michel-Ange Challe

Místo: Paris

Narozený: 1718

Smrt: 1778

Životopis:

Charles-Michel-Ange Challe was a French painter, draftsman and architect born in Paris on 13 February 1718 and died on 8 January 1778. He was one of the most appreciated painters of his time and enjoyed a huge success across Europe. His architectural drawings in the style of Piranesi contributed to his appointment in 1764 as Draftsman of the Chamber and the Cabinet of the King. He played a pivotal role in the transition between rococo and classical styles and was one of the essential contributors to the creation of aesthetics known as the Louis XVI style.