Carmontelle, Louis Carrogis (1717-1806)
Creator details
- Name
- Carmontelle, Louis Carrogis (1717-1806)
- Nationality
- French
- Biography
- Louis Carrogis, better known as Carmontelle, was a French artist born in Paris in 1717. He was a painter, playwright, and designer, known for his portraits, landscapes, and theatrical productions. Carmontelle was a versatile artist who worked in various mediums, including pastels, watercolors, and ink. He began his career as a painter and became a member of the Académie de Saint-Luc in 1749. He later worked as a designer for the Duke of Orleans and created several gardens and parks in France. Carmontelle was also a playwright and wrote several comedies and operas. Carmontelle is best known for his "transparent" landscapes, which were painted on long rolls of paper and viewed through a lightbox. These landscapes were popular in the 18th century and were used as a form of entertainment at social gatherings. Carmontelle died in 1806 at the age of 89. His work can be found in several museums, including the Louvre in Paris.
