Fernand Cormon (1845 - 1924) - photo 1

Fernand Cormon

Fernand Cormon, a French painter, was an influential figure in 19th-century French art, celebrated for his historical paintings that carried a sensational touch. Born Fernand Anne-Piestre Cormon in Paris in 1845, he was renowned for his academically styled works that often delved into dramatic and historical narratives.

Cormon's education under masters like Alexandre Cabanel and Jean-François Portaels in Paris and Brussels shaped his distinctive style. He first gained recognition at the Salon exhibitions in Paris, where his works like "Murder in the Seraglio" (1874) and "The Death of Ravana" (1875) were highly praised for their intense emotional expression and technical precision.

One of Cormon's most celebrated works, "Cain" (1880), showcased at the Musée d'Orsay, is notable for its ambitious scale and the use of earthy tones to capture the drama of biblical stories, reflecting his interest in human emotion and prehistoric themes​. This painting highlights his ability to blend biblical narratives with anthropological insights, presenting a vivid depiction of early human struggle and survival​​.

Later in his career, Cormon became a respected teacher, influencing a generation of artists including Vincent van Gogh and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. His Parisian studio was a nurturing ground for future luminaries, emphasizing the importance of historical accuracy and dramatic intensity in painting​.

Fernand Cormon's legacy is defined not only by his powerful artworks but also by his impact on the artists who followed. His works continue to be celebrated for their historical depth and emotional resonance, making them highly valuable to collectors and experts in art and antiques.

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Date and place of birt:24 december 1845, Paris, France
Date and place of death:20 march 1924, Paris, France
Nationality:France
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Painter
Genre:Genre art, History painting, Mythological painting, Portrait
Art style:Realism

Creators France

Jean Valade (1709 - 1787)
Jean Valade
1709 - 1787
Marguerite Wildenhain (1896 - 1985)
Marguerite Wildenhain
1896 - 1985
Jacques Courtois (1621 - 1676)
Jacques Courtois
1621 - 1676
Jean-Marc Bustamante (1952)
Jean-Marc Bustamante
1952
Nataliya Georgiyevna (Nathalie) Parain (1897 - 1958)
Nataliya Georgiyevna (Nathalie) Parain
1897 - 1958
Blanche Poccard de Santilau ()
Blanche Poccard de Santilau
Jules Adolphe Breton (1827 - 1906)
Jules Adolphe Breton
1827 - 1906
François Gall (1912 - 1987)
François Gall
1912 - 1987
Syed Haider Raza (1922 - 2016)
Syed Haider Raza
1922 - 2016
Marie-Suzanne Giroust (Roslin) (1734 - 1772)
Marie-Suzanne Giroust (Roslin)
1734 - 1772
Eugène Berman (1899 - 1972)
Eugène Berman
1899 - 1972
Pierre Huyghe (1962)
Pierre Huyghe
1962
Leon Bakst (1866 - 1924)
Leon Bakst
1866 - 1924
Pierre Cayol (1939)
Pierre Cayol
1939
Abraham Willemsens (1605 - 1672)
Abraham Willemsens
1605 - 1672
Jules-Clemente Chaplain (1839 - 1909)
Jules-Clemente Chaplain
1839 - 1909

Creators Realism

Carl Schleicher (1825 - 1903)
Carl Schleicher
1825 - 1903
Boris Petrovich Sveshnikov (1927 - 1998)
Boris Petrovich Sveshnikov
1927 - 1998
Pieter Frederik van Os (1808 - 1892)
Pieter Frederik van Os
1808 - 1892
Carl Johann Lasch (1822 - 1888)
Carl Johann Lasch
1822 - 1888
Raimundo Madraso (1841 - 1920)
Raimundo Madraso
1841 - 1920
Henri Louis Permeke (1849 - 1912)
Henri Louis Permeke
1849 - 1912
Joseph Wenglein (1845 - 1919)
Joseph Wenglein
1845 - 1919
Gerhard Peter Munthe (1849 - 1929)
Gerhard Peter Munthe
1849 - 1929
Mihai Munkachi (1844 - 1900)
Mihai Munkachi
1844 - 1900
John Morgan (1822 - 1885)
John Morgan
1822 - 1885
Yevgraf Semyonovich Sorokin (1821 - 1892)
Yevgraf Semyonovich Sorokin
1821 - 1892
Friedrich Wilhelm Kaulbach (1822 - 1903)
Friedrich Wilhelm Kaulbach
1822 - 1903
Adalbert Wex (1867 - 1932)
Adalbert Wex
1867 - 1932
Pierre Parsus (1921 - 2022)
Pierre Parsus
1921 - 2022
Josef Scheurenberg (1846 - 1914)
Josef Scheurenberg
1846 - 1914
Otto Piltz (1846 - 1910)
Otto Piltz
1846 - 1910