Alexandre Cabanel

Alexandre Cabanel, born in 1823 in Montpellier and died in 1889 in Paris, was a French painter known for his historical and mythological works. His paintings are celebrated for their refined technique and elegant compositions, capturing the essence of Academic ideals and elegance. Influenced by the Academic tradition and his contemporary Jean-Léon Gérôme, Cabanel's technique involved a delicate and sophisticated approach to composition and color, conveying the grace and nobility of his subjects. His career was marked by his ability to depict the sophistication and cultural ideals of the Academic era, making him a celebrated figure in 19th-century French painting.