author
Armand Dayot
1851–1934
A lively French art critic and historian, he helped bring museums, painters, and major works of art closer to a broad reading public. His career also reached into public service and republican politics, giving his writing an energetic sense of engagement with the culture of his time.
3 Audiobooks
Le musée du Louvre, tome 1 (of 2)
by Armand Dayot
La "National Gallery"
by Armand Dayot
Le musée du Louvre, tome 2 (of 2)
by Armand Dayot
About the author
Born in Paimpol, Brittany, on October 19, 1851, Armand Dayot became known as a French art critic, art historian, and political figure. He worked in public administration before moving into cultural roles, and he later served in positions connected with the French fine arts administration.
Dayot is especially remembered for his writing on art and for helping popularize it through books, essays, and editorial work. He founded the journal L'Art et les artistes, and his books introduced readers to museums, painters, and major European collections in an accessible way.
He was also active in republican and left-leaning political circles, including in Brittany, where he was associated with the movement known as les Bleus de Bretagne. He died on October 2, 1934, leaving behind a body of work that reflects both deep enthusiasm for art and a strong interest in public life.