French Painting Styles: Neoclassicism, Romanticism, and Realism
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Neoclassical Painting in France (Late 18th-19th Century)
Neoclassical painting in France extended well into the nineteenth century, sometimes blurring the lines between classicism and romanticism. Characteristics: Absence of motion, emphasis on drawing, patronage by the upper classes, and academic style. Key Artists:
- David: The most representative Neoclassical painter, known for balanced compositions and his role as the painter of the French Revolution and Napoleon. Famous works include The Assassination of Marat and The Coronation of Napoleon.
- Gros: Also a painter of Napoleon, depicting the emperor's deeds. Notable works include Napoleon Visiting the Plague Victims of Jaffa.
- Ingres: A bourgeois artist trained in Italy, primarily known for portraits