Alexandre Cabanel

Style: Academicism;

Place: Montpellier

Born: 1875

Death: 1889

Biography:

Early Life and Training

, a renowned French painter, was born on September 28, 1823, in Montpellier, Hérault. He entered the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris at the age of seventeen, where he studied under François-Édouard Picot.

Artistic Style and Notable Works

Cabanel's artistic style was characterized by his adherence to the academic style, focusing on historical, classical, and religious subjects. He was also a skilled portrait painter. Some of his notable works include:

• Ophelia (1883), a masterpiece showcasing his skill in capturing the essence of a scene.
• The Birth of Venus (1863), a prime example of 19th-century academic painting, which was bought by Emperor Napoleon III.
• Portrait of Countess E. A Vorontsova Dashkova, demonstrating his ability to capture the essence of his subjects.

Awards and Recognition

Cabanel's work was widely recognized, and he won several awards, including:

• The Prix de Rome scholarship in 1845
• The Grande Médaille d'Honneur at the Salons of 1865, 1867, and 1878

Teaching and Legacy

Cabanel was appointed professor at the École des Beaux-Arts in 1864, where he taught until his death. His pupils included numerous successful artists, ensuring his legacy in the art world. Notable Links:**

• View Cabanel's artwork on Wikioo.org: https://Wikioo.org/@/Alexandre-Cabanel
• Explore the Musée Fabre, where many of Cabanel's works are housed: https://Wikioo.org/@@/A@D3APL9-Discover-the-Musee-Fabre-of-Montpellier-France
• Learn more about the French Academic Art Movement: https://Wikioo.org/@@/A@D3CQQ9-The-French-Academic-Art-Movement