Ingres (Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres)

Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres was a renowned 19th-century French painter known for his precise and elegant style. He specialized in classical portraiture and historical scenes, emphasizing smooth lines, detailed craftsmanship, and clear composition. Ingres valued traditional techniques and often aimed for idealized beauty and idealized standards of form. His work contrasts with the more Romantic movement of his time, favoring clarity and order. Among his famous pieces are portraits like "Madame Moitessier" and historical works such as "The Meeting of Jacob and Esau." His influence helped shape academic art and maintain classical standards in Western painting.