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Merry-Joseph Blondel
Early Life and Training Born: July 25, 1781, Paris, France Died: June 12, 1853, Paris, France Parents: Joseph-Armand Blondel (painter and stucco expert) and Marie-Geneviève Marchand. Early apprenticeship at the Dihl and Guerhard porcelain factory provided foundational drawing skills under Charles-Étienne Leguay. Studied with Baron Jean-Baptiste Regnault, a prominent Neoclassical painter, from 1801. Won the prestigious Prix
de Rome in 1803, though delayed travel to the Villa Medici until 1809 due to war. Formed a lifelong friendship with Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres during his time in Rome. Artistic Style and Major Works Style: Neoclassical – characterized by clarity, order, symmetry, and a focus on classical themes and forms. Subjects: Primarily historical and religious scenes, often commissioned for public buildings. Also painted portraits.…