Émile Bayard
1837–1891 · French · 12 artworks
AcademicismDetailed realismNarrative compositionDramatic lightingFigurative accuracyHistorical and literary subject matter
artist bio
Émile Bayard was a French artist known for his illustrations and paintings, particularly those depicting scenes from literature and historical events. He contributed significantly to the visual culture of his time through his work in popular magazines and books.
what you'll learn
Studying Bayard's work allows students to understand the principles of Academic art, including realistic representation, narrative storytelling, and the use of historical and literary subjects. Students can also learn about the role of illustration in 19th-century visual culture.
related: William-Adolphe Bouguereau, Jean-Leon Gerome, Paul Delaroche
12 artworks
Portrait of Madame Lemercier, actress of the Palais-Royal
1880
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This white-haired woman became Chimène again for one hour
1886
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Supreme Pity, Jean Huss
1885
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Portrait of Berthelier, actor of the Palais-Royal
1880
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Pretended rain of blood in 1608
1875
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Lantenac
1875
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The group of idylls
1885
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Portrait of Pellerin, actor of the Palais-Royal
1880
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Young Cosette sweeping
1862
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Quentino Sella, Italian scientist and politician
1862
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Portrait of Calvin, actor of the Palais-Royal
1880
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Collectors for the Kami temples
1874
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