About Jean Toutin
Lived 1578 – 1644 (aged 65–66). Jean Toutin was a French painter and goldsmith.
Jean Toutin (1578 – June 14, 1644) was a French enamelworker who was one of the first artists to make enamel portrait miniatures. He was born at Châteaudun which was at the time in the province of Anjou. His technique was used by Jean Petitot and his son Jean Louis Petitot, as well as by Pierre Signac and Charles Boit.
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Who was Jean Toutin?
French jewelry designer and printmaker (1578-1644)
When was Jean Toutin born?
Jean Toutin was born in 1578 in Châteaudun.
When did Jean Toutin die?
Jean Toutin died on 14 June 1644 in Paris.
What was Jean Toutin's occupation?
Jean Toutin was a painter and goldsmith.
What nationality was Jean Toutin?
Jean Toutin was French.
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