Claude Goyrand

Claude Goyrand was a printmaker active in the early 17th century, documented within the period of 1620 to 1639. His known production consists primarily of etchings and engravings, focusing on two main subject areas: detailed topographical views and religious iconography.

Goyrand’s architectural views offer insights into the urban landscape of his era, featuring compositions such as Gezicht op de Cours de la Reine, Gezicht op de brug van Charenton, and Gezicht op de Église Saint-Martin-des-Champs. These works, along with Gezicht op klooster in Parijs, indicate a particular engagement with French metropolitan scenery. Simultaneously, Goyrand handled traditional religious themes, exemplified by the print St. Mary Magdalen Reclining in a Grotto.

Eight examples of Claude Goyrand prints are currently represented in prominent international collections. These works, which establish the artist's historical presence in 17th-century printmaking, are held by institutions including the Rijksmuseum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Because these historical works have entered the public domain, high-quality prints are often available for study and exhibition.