Léon Cogniet
1794–1880 · French · 15 artworks
RomanticismFrench Academic ArtHistorical accuracyDramatic lightingDetailed portraitureClassical compositionEmotional intensity
artist bio
Léon Cogniet was a French history and portrait painter of the Romantic era. He is known for his grand historical scenes and sensitive portraits, contributing to the academic tradition while embracing Romantic ideals.
what you'll learn
Studying Cogniet's work allows students to understand the blend of academic precision with Romantic emotionality. Students can learn about composition, historical accuracy, and portraiture techniques.
15 artworks
Oenone Refuse de Secourir Pâris au Siège de Troie
1816
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Portraits de la Duchesse d'Uzès, née Talhouët et De Son Fils Aînée, Jacques Emmanuel.
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Self-portrait
1818
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A Portrait of George Washington
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Joseph Maison, Grenadier au 1er Bataillon de Paris en 1792
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Louis Philippe D'orléans, Duc de Chartres en 1792
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Nicolas-joseph Maison, Maréchal de France en 1829
1829
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Der Französische Maler Achille Etna Michallon.
1819
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Maria Brignole-Sale, Duchess of Galliera, with Her Son Filippo
1856
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Toits Et Collines Au Coucher Du Soleil
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Portrait of Jean-françois Champollion
1831
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Tintoretto Painting His Dead Daughter
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Antoine-philippe De La Trémoille, Prince De Talmont
1826
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Briséis Rendue À Achille Découvre Dans Sa Tente Le Corps De Patrocle
1815
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Massacre of the Innocents
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