Charles Le Brun (February 24, 1619 - February 22, 1690) was a French painter and art theorist, one of the dominant artists in 17th century France.
On his return to Paris in 1646, Le Brun found numerous patrons, of whom Superintendent Fouquet was the most important.
Whenever Le brun sensed the slightest controversy surrounding any of his positions, he resigned and gave people the chance to express their wishes in a new election, winning re-election each time.