Pierre-Henri de Valenciennes

Pierre-Henri de Valenciennes, born in 1750 in Toulouse and died in 1819 in Paris, was a French painter known for his landscapes and historical scenes. His works, such as 'Landscape with a Waterfall' and 'The Roman Campagna,' are celebrated for their classical beauty and detailed realism, capturing the essence of the natural world and antiquity. Valenciennes's contributions to Neoclassical art and his exploration of landscape themes have made him a notable figure in late 18th and early 19th-century painting, reflecting the elegance and harmony of his time.