Académie Royale de Peinture et Sculpture

The Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture was a prestigious French institution founded in 1648 to promote and regulate the arts, particularly painting and sculpture. It served as the leading authority on artistic standards, trained artists, and organized exhibitions like the Salon. The academy aimed to elevate French art and establish clear guidelines for artistic excellence, influencing artistic practices and tastes across Europe for centuries. It played a key role in shaping the development of classical art and maintaining royal support for the arts until it was dissolved during the French Revolution in 1793.