Demarteau

Demarteau is a French surname. It is most often associated with Gilles Demarteau (1722-1776), a French engraver, designer and sculptor who pioneered the crayon manner of engraving, which imitated drawings done in chalk.

Notable People with the Surname Demarteau:

• Gilles Demarteau (1722-1776): French engraver, designer and sculptor. He is the most well-known individual with this surname.
• Jean-Louis Demarteau (1730-1822): French engraver and nephew of Gilles Demarteau. He also worked in the crayon manner.

The surname Demarteau is relatively rare. Its primary association remains with the artistic family, especially Gilles Demarteau, due to his innovation in engraving techniques.