Artist Studies 1151 : by William-Adolphe Bouguereau

ℹ️ William-Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905) was a French academic painter known for his meticulously detailed and idealized portrayals of mythological, religious, and allegorical subjects. Born in La Rochelle, France, Bouguereau studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and won the prestigious Prix de Rome in 1850. His works, characterized by their smooth brushwork, refined technique, and classical compositions, gained widespread acclaim during his lifetime and were highly sought after by collectors and patrons. Bouguereau's art fell out of favor with the rise of modernism but experienced a resurgence of interest in the late 20th century.