Ary Scheffer
Ary Scheffer (1795–1858) was a Dutch-French Romantic painter known for his emotional and often literary-themed works. Born in Dordrecht, Netherlands, Scheffer moved to Paris as a child, where he later studied at the École des Beaux-Arts. Scheffer was strongly influenced by Romanticism, and his works often featured dramatic and passionate subjects, drawing inspiration from literature, mythology, and religion. Among his most famous works are his depictions of characters from Dante, Goethe, and Byron, as well as his highly emotional religious scenes. Scheffer was a favorite among the French elite, including King Louis-Philippe, and his works are now housed in major collections such as the Louvre and the Wallace Collection.
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Full Name: Ary Scheffer
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Birth and Death: 1795–1858
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Profession: Romantic Painter
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Influences: Romanticism, Literature, Mythology
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Legacy: Scheffer’s dramatic and emotional works are featured in major collections like the Louvre and the Wallace Collection.
