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Jean-Léon Gérôme

1824–1904 · born in Vesoul · died in 9th arrondissement of Paris

Jean-Léon Gérôme was born in Vesoul, France, and became one of the most successful painters and teachers in Paris. He traveled to Egypt and the Middle East and painted lively scenes from ancient and modern life. He was also a sculptor. His students came from around the world.

15 paintings in the gallery

Pollice VersoPollice Verso1872Bonaparte Before the SphinxBonaparte Before the Sphinx1867Cleopatra and CaesarCleopatra and Caesar1866The Duel After the MasqueradeThe Duel After the Masquerade1857The Death of CaesarThe Death of Caesar1859JerusalemJerusalem1867The Execution of Marshal NeyThe Execution of Marshal Ney1868Prayer in the MosquePrayer in the Mosque1871The Century of AugustusThe Century of Augustus1855Ave Caesar! Morituri te salutantAve Caesar! Morituri te salutant1859