Nicolas Cordier (1567–1612) was a sculptor from Lorraine working in Rome where he was also known as Niccolò da Lorena[2] or "il Franciosino" (the little Frenchman).[1][3]
Nicolas Cordier | |
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Born | 1567 |
Died | 1612 (aged 44–45) |
Known for | Sculpture |
Patron(s) | Pope Leo XI[1] |
Cordier was born in Saint-Mihiel. As a sculptor, he primary produced religious-themed works which were executed for church commissions. Surviving works can be found in various prestigious churches of Rome and in The Louvre. He died in Rome in 1612.