French, 1798–1863
Eugène Delacroix was a French romantic painter, born on April 26, 1798, in Charenton-Saint-Maurice, France. He is considered one of the most significant figures of the Romantic movement and is known for his expressive use of color and dynamic compositions. Delacroix studied at the Lycée Louis-le-Grand and later trained under the neoclassical painter Pierre-Narcisse Guérin. He gained recognition for his work in the 1820s and became a leading figure in the Romantic art movement. His major works include 'Liberty Leading the People' (1830), 'The Death of Sardanapalus' (1827), and 'Women of Algiers' (1834). Delacroix's style is characterized by its bold colors, dramatic lighting, and emotional intensity, which influenced many later artists, including the Impressionists. He passed away on August 13, 1863, in Paris, leaving a lasting legacy in the art world.
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