William-Adolphe Bouguereau
William-Adolphe Bouguereau was a French academic painter. In his realistic genre paintings, he used mythological themes, making modern interpretations of classical subjects, with an emphasis on the female human body. During his life, he enjoyed significant popularity in France and the United States, was given numerous official honors, and received top prices for his work.
Background
- Born in
- La Rochelle
- Educated at
- Beaux-Arts de ParisFrench Academy in Rome
- Awards
- 🏆 Prix de Rome🏆 Officer of the Legion of Honour🏆 Commander of the Legion of Honour🏆 Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour🏆 Knight of the Legion of Honour
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1825
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Birth1905
Died
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