Eugène Delacroix
Eugène Delacroix, born on April 26, 1798, in Charenton-Saint-Maurice, France, is one of the most celebrated artists of the Romantic period. He gained early recognition with his painting "Dante and Virgil in Hell" (1822), exhibited at the Paris Salon. Delacroix is best known for his dramatic and expressive use of color and movement, with iconic works such as "Liberty Leading the People" (1830) symbolizing the French Revolution of 1830. His mediums primarily included oil painting and lithography. Throughout his career, Delacroix received numerous accolades and was a member of the prestigious Académie des Beaux-Arts. On June 27, 2018, his painting "Tigers Playing in the Snow" sold for a record-breaking $9.87 million at a Sotheby's auction. Delacroix passed away on August 13, 1863, in Paris, France, leaving behind a legacy that greatly influenced the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist movements. View our Artist Index.