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CLAUDE PERRAULT Physician and architect, a founder of the Academie des Sciences (1666) Date: 1613 - 1688
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Claude Perrault: Pioneering Physician and Architect of the Académie des Sciences (1666) This evocative image captures the intellectual and creative spirit of Claude Perrault (1613-1688), a man of remarkable accomplishments in both the medical and architectural fields. Perrault is depicted here in the prime of his life, with an air of deep concentration as he points towards a model of a building, his brow furrowed in thought. The architectural masterpiece in question is believed to be the Salpêtrière Hospital, which Perrault designed and oversaw the construction of in Paris between 1656 and 1660. Born in Paris, Perrault studied medicine at the University of Montpellier before returning to his native city to practice medicine. He quickly gained a reputation as a brilliant diagnostician and innovative thinker, publishing groundbreaking works on anatomy, pathology, and the nature of bones. In 1666, Perrault co-founded the Académie des Sciences with Jean-Baptiste Colbert, the French Minister of Finance, and Pierre-Daniel Huet, Bishop of Avranches. The Académie des Sciences was an influential institution dedicated to advancing knowledge in the sciences, mathematics, and medicine. Perrault's architectural prowess came to the forefront when he was appointed architect to the King of France, Louis XIV. In addition to the Salpêtrière Hospital, he designed and oversaw the construction of the Hôtel de Soubise, the Château de Chambord, and the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye. Perrault's architectural designs were characterized by their symmetry, proportion, and innovative use of materials, such as the use of iron in the construction of the Salpêtrière Hospital. This image of Claude Perrault, with its blend of medical and architectural elements, serves as a testament to the multifaceted nature of his accomplishments and his enduring legacy as a pioneering figure in both fields.
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