François de Poilly

François de Poilly (1623–1693) was a talented French engraver and printer known for his detailed and skillful work in printmaking during the 17th century. He specialized in creating engravings—images carved onto metal plates—that could be used to produce multiple copies of artworks, including religious scenes, portraits, and illustrations. His craftsmanship was highly regarded, and he contributed to the dissemination of artworks and ideas in European art and culture. De Poilly’s work exemplifies the technical precision and artistic quality characteristic of the Baroque period, making him an important figure in the history of printmaking.