Robert Briçonnet
Robert Briçonnet (* unknown; † June 3, 1497 in Reims ) was Archbishop of Reims .
Life
Robert Briçonnet was the eldest of five sons of Jean Briçonnet, and the brother of Cardinal Guillaume Briçonnet .
He was initially due to the relationship between his brother Guillaume and King Charles III. Canon of St. Aignan in Orleans, then abbot of the rich Abbey of St. Vaast in Arras. In 1493 he became Archbishop of Reims.
Guillaume was Archbishop of Reims from 1493 until his death in 1497. His successor was his youngest brother, Guillaume Briçonnet.
Web links
- Comprehensive biographical information on Robert Briçonnet (en.)
- Coat of arms of Robert Briçonnet
- Entry about Robert Briçonnet on catholic-hierarchy.org (English)
| predecessor | Office | successor |
|---|---|---|
| Pierre de Montfort-Laval |
Archbishop of Reims 1493–1497 |
Guillaume Briçonnet |
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Robert Briçonnet |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | French Archbishop of Reims |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 15th century |
| DATE OF DEATH | June 3, 1497 |
| Place of death | Reims |