Georges de La Tour
Lorrain painter (1593–1652)
1593 — 1652
Quick Facts
Profession
Lorrain painter (1593–1652)
Born
March 13, 1593
Died
1652 (age ~59)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
painter, architectural draftsperson
Duchy of LorraineBorn in Vic-sur-SeilleDied in Lunéville
1593
Born in Vic-sur-Seille (1593-03-13)
1652
Died in Lunéville
About
Georges de La Tour was a French Baroque painter, who spent most of his working life in the Duchy of Lorraine, which was temporarily absorbed into France between 1641 and 1648. He painted mostly religious chiaroscuro scenes lit by candlelight.
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Who is Georges de La Tour?+
Georges de La Tour was a French Baroque painter, who spent most of his working life in the Duchy of Lorraine, which was temporarily absorbed into France between 1641 and 1648. He painted mostly religious chiaroscuro scenes lit by candlelight.
What does the name Georges mean?+
The name Georges means "plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.". It is of French origin.
When was Georges de La Tour born?+
Georges de La Tour was born on March 13, 1593.
When did Georges de La Tour die?+
Georges de La Tour died in 1652, at approximately 59 years of age.
Name Meaning
plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.
The name Georges is of French origin, meaning "plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Georges — March 13, 1593
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Ahau
Sun — enlightenment, ascension, mastery
Celtic Tree
Ash
Intuitive, artistic, imaginative
Ogham: Nion · Feb 18 – Mar 17
Birthstone: Aquamarine — Courage, serenity
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