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Hubert Robert
Early Life, Family and Artistic Training Born in Paris in 1733, Hubert Robert entered a world where his family's social standing was tied to the service of others. His father, Nicolas Robert, held a position within the household of a prominent figure, a connection that would eventually facilitate the young man's movement through the upper echelons of French society. This early stability provided the foundation for a formal education, w
hich he pursued through the structured environment of the Collège de Navarre. By 1751, he had completed his studies under the Jesuits, gaining a disciplined intellectual background before turning his attention to the visual arts. His initial path was not intended for the canvas. He entered the atelier of the sculptor Michel-Ange Slodtz, where his training focused on the rigorous principles of design and perspective. While the tactile…