Eugène Delacroix

Eugène Delacroix, born in 1798 in Charenton-Saint-Maurice and died in 1863 in Paris, was a French painter known for his dramatic and emotionally charged works. His paintings, such as 'Liberty Leading the People' and 'The Death of Sardanapalus,' are celebrated for their vibrant color and dynamic compositions. Delacroix's innovative techniques and his exploration of historical and literary themes have established him as a pivotal figure in Romantic art.