Jean-Baptiste Greuze: The Master of Melancholy Jean-Baptiste Greuze, born in Tournus, Burgundy, on August 21st, 1725, and passing away in Paris on March 4th, 1805, remains a singularly compelling figure in the history of European art. His life was marked by both extraordinary success and profound personal struggles, shaping a distinctive artistic vision that captivated audiences throughout his career. Initially destined for a more conventional path – his father a roofer – Greuze’s innate talent for drawing was nurtured early on by a Lyon artist, Grandon, who defied familial expectations and…