The Lagrenée Artistic Lineage
The Lagrenée name represents a significant French artistic family. Louis-Jean-François Lagrenée was a French history painter who served as a professor at the academy and held the position of director of the French Academy in Rome. His brother, Jean-Jacques Lagrenée, was a student of the former; his work included creating sketches for porcelain and painting ceiling frescoes, eventually becoming a professor at the academy as well.
The family's artistic legacy continued through Anthelme-François Lagrenée, the son of Louis-Jean-François Lagrenée. He established a career as a painter in Russia, where he became particularly known as a painter of animals.
Notable Works and Collections
Within our curated collections, a notable work attributed to Lagrenée is Saint Antoine de Padoue recevant l'Enfant Jésus des mains de la Vierge. This piece is held in the Musée Des Beaux, Québec City.
Questions & Answers
Can I browse Lagrenée's works by mood?
Lagrenée's works can be browsed by mood on the artist's Mood Room page, which arranges the artworks by their recorded moods.
How did Lagrenée's art evolve over time?
A chronological account of Lagrenée's work is available on the artist's Chronicle page, where the artworks pass in order of creation, chapter by chapter.
What aliases or alternate names does Lagrenée have?
Lagrenée appears under the alternate names Louis-Jean-François Lagrenée, Lagrenée Den Ældre.
Where can I see all artworks by Lagrenée?
Every work by Lagrenée on this website can be browsed from the artist's All Artworks page.
