The Life and Legacy of Jean Changene
Jean Changenet was a French painter active during the late 15th century. Born in Dijon, France, he was likely the son of Jean I Changenet and the brother of Pierre Changenet, both of whom were also painters in Dijon. His professional life saw him active in both Dijon and Avignon. By the early 1480s, he had established his studio in Avignon on the rue de la Miraillerie. His reputation was such that he was recorded as being in Avignon from 1485 until his death in 1495. During his time there, he served as one of two masters of the painters' confraternity of Saint Luke in 1492. In 1493, he welcomed his Spanish companion, Juan de Nalda, and trained him for three years.
In his personal life, Changenet was married to Antoinette Henri, and together they had two children, Michèle and Delphine. His artistic output included several notable works, such as:
