
Rosa Bonheur
1822
- 1899
French Realist Painter
Movement : Naturalism, Realism
Rosa Bonheur, born in 1822 in Bordeaux and died in 1899 in Thomery, was a French painter known for her realistic depictions of animals. Her works, such as 'The Horse Fair' and 'Ploughing in the Nivernais,' are admired for their detailed realism and dynamic compositions. Bonheur's dedication to animal painting and her contributions to Realist art have established her as a celebrated figure in 19th-century art.
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