Richart de Fournival
Richart de Fournival
Person from France
Genres: Classical, french, medieval, christian, trouvere
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About Richart de Fournival
Richard (or Richart) de Fournival was born in Amiens on October 10, 1201. He was the son of Roger de Fournival and Élisabeth de la Pierre. He was also half-brother of Arnoul, bishop of Amiens (1236-46). Richard was successively canon, deacon, and chancellor of the cathedral chapter of Notre Dame d'Amiens. He was also a licensed surgeon, by the authority of Pope Gregory IX and this privilege was confirmed a 2nd time in 1246 by Pope Innocent IV. He died on March 1, either 1260 or 1259.Richart de Fournival (1201-1260) was a 13th Century composer. He was the author of a popular bestiary, Li Bestiaries d'Amours, among other works.
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