Where was Michel Colombe born and what was his family background?
Michel Colombe was born in Bourges into a family of artisans. This background provided the foundation for his future career as a sculptor.
Questions about Michel Colombe
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did construction take place on the tomb of Francis II, Duke of Brittany by Michel Colombe?
Construction took place between 1502 and 1507 inside Nantes Cathedral. The monument was designed by Jean Perréal and later disassembled during the French Revolution before being reinstalled.
What is the location of the mausoleum of Philibert II of Savoy created by Michel Colombe?
The mausoleum of Philibert II of Savoy stands at Notre-Dame de Brou. Art historians regard this work as one of the finest examples of late Gothic sculpture in France.
Which bas-relief commissioned in 1508 by Georges d'Amboise remains conserved today?
A bas-relief commissioned in 1508 by Georges d'Amboise remains conserved in the Musée du Louvre. Other works attributed to his workshop also exist today including gisant figures from 1506 preserved in Tours Cathedral.