André Abellon was a 15th-century French Dominican priest and artist born in Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume. Inspired by the preaching of Vincent Ferrer, he joined the Order of Preachers and eventually served as prior at the Saint Mary Magdalene convent. He was highly regarded for his spiritual leadership, teaching theology in various cities, and his compassionate service to plague victims in Aix-en-Provence. Beyond his religious duties, he utilized his artistic training to support the restoration of pilgrimage sites and provided practical aid to local farmers.