Louise-Adéone Drölling
French painter of historical scenes
Born
May 29th, 1797
227 years ago
Died
1836
189 years ago — 39 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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Born in 1797, a French painter specialized in historical subjects. Studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and became prominent in the 19th century. Created works that reflected classical themes and figures, often combining elements of realism with idealistic portrayals. Contributed significantly to the perception of history painting during this period. Her paintings garnered attention and she participated in numerous exhibitions, including the Salon of Paris.
Received recognition at the Salon of Paris
Created historical paintings with classical themes
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