Jean-Baptiste Bourcet
Jean-Baptiste Bourcet;Jean Bourcet
Place: Usseaux
Born: 1713
Death: 1771
Biography:
Early Life and Career
Jean-Baptiste Bourcet, also known as Jean Bourcet, was a French military officer born in Usseaux, France in 1713. He died in Corte, France in 1771. Bourcet played a key role in the realization of maps of the Alps and the establishment of the carte de la Provence orientale. He was also involved in the Campaign of Conquest of Corsica and served as a brigadier des armées du roi, maréchal de camp and armées du roi.
Cartography and Military Career
Bourcet's brother, Pierre Bourcet, was also a French military officer and cartographer. Together, they worked on the cartography of the Alps, with Jean-Baptiste Bourcet directing the establishment of the carte de la Provence orientale. Their work involved triangulation of the mountains, which required climbing to high altitudes. The brothers' contributions to cartography are still recognized today, with their maps being considered some of the most accurate of their time.
Artistic Legacy
Although Jean-Baptiste Bourcet is not primarily known as an artist, his work in cartography and military strategy has had a lasting impact on French history. The Musée Girodet in Montargis, France, showcases the works of French artists, including those who were influenced by the Bourcet brothers' cartographic endeavors. The museum's collection includes paintings such as The Last Bard of Wales and Mademoiselle Lange as Danae (sketch), which demonstrate the artistic talent of French artists during this period.
Relevant Links and References
For more information on Jean-Baptiste Bourcet and his brother Pierre, visit Wikioo.org's page on Jean-Baptiste Bourcet. Additionally, the French Wikipedia page on Jean Bourcet de la Saigne provides further details on his life and career. The Musée Maurice Denis in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France, is another notable museum that showcases French post-impressionism paintings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
