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Peter Van Dievoet

Sculptor

Birthday June 29, 1661

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Belgium

DEATH DATE Mar 2, 1729 (67)

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About

Belgian sculptor and designer known for his ornamental architectural features. He sculpted a statue of King James II and The White Lamb.

Before Fame

He was asked by King James II to come to London.

Trivia

He helped in the construction of the new Grand-Place in the baroque style in Brussels.

Family Life

He was the brother of Philippe Van Dievoet, a goldsmith for Louis XIV.

Associated With

He and Peter Scheemakers were both sculptors from Belgium.