Charles Gleyre
Born in 1806.
Died in 1874.
Charles Gleyre was an academic painter who worked in Paris from 1838 onwards. His artistic career led him to explore Italy and the Middle East, thereby enriching his oeuvre with diverse influences. Gleyre also played a significant role as a studio master, where he trained numerous artists, some of whom would go on to become emblematic figures of the Impressionist movement.
His legacy is evident in his students and in the artistic exchanges he encouraged.
