Barthélemy Lauvergne

Hely: Toulon

Született: 1805

Halál: 1871

Életrajz:

Barthélemy Lauvergne was a French painter, maritime, and landscape artist who was born in Toulon, France on July 4, 1805. He was from a family with no previous naval tradition and first arrived in Australia on board the 'Astrolabe' for its 1826/1829 voyage of the Australian coast.

Early Life and Career

Barthélemy Lauvergne became attached to the commission scientifique d'Islande (1838-1840) and was later appointed to the dépôt des cartes et plans in Paris. He participated in the publication of a hundred planches lithographiées d'après ses dessins.

Artistic Style and Notable Works

Lauvergne's artistic style is characterized by his attention to detail and his ability to capture the beauty of the sea and landscapes. Some of his notable works include paintings of the Australian coast, which are now considered important historical documents. Notable museums that have exhibited Lauvergne's work include the Musée Navale (Toulon, France) and the Musée Maurice Denis (France). These museums showcase an impressive collection of French post-impressionism paintings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Legacy

Barthélemy Lauvergne died on November 15, 1871. His legacy lives on through his artwork, which can be found in various museums and private collections. To learn more about Barthélemy Lauvergne and his work, visit Wikioo.org or check out the Musée Navale (Toulon, France) website.

• Important dates: Born on July 4, 1805, and died on November 15, 1871
• Notable museums: Musée Navale (Toulon, France) and Musée Maurice Denis (France)
• Artistic style: Maritime and landscape painter

To explore more of Barthélemy Lauvergne's artwork, visit the Musée Navale (Toulon, France) or check out the Musée Maurice Denis (France) website.