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William-Adolphe Bouguereau was a renowned French artist who lived from 1825 to 1905

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: Cupid and Psyche as Children, (The first kiss), 1890. Artist: William-Adolphe Bouguereau

Cupid and Psyche as Children, (The first kiss), 1890. Artist: William-Adolphe Bouguereau
Cupid and Psyche as Children, (The first kiss), 1890. From a private collection

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: [William-Adolphe Bouguereau], 1857-1871. Creator: Ferdinand Mulnier

[William-Adolphe Bouguereau], 1857-1871. Creator: Ferdinand Mulnier
[William-Adolphe Bouguereau], 1857-1871

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: The Proposal, 1872. Creator: William-Adolphe Bouguereau

The Proposal, 1872. Creator: William-Adolphe Bouguereau
The Proposal, 1872

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: Breton Brother and Sister, 1871. Creator: William-Adolphe Bouguereau

Breton Brother and Sister, 1871. Creator: William-Adolphe Bouguereau
Breton Brother and Sister, 1871

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: Young Mother Gazing at Her Child, 1871. Creator: William-Adolphe Bouguereau

Young Mother Gazing at Her Child, 1871. Creator: William-Adolphe Bouguereau
Young Mother Gazing at Her Child, 1871

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: William-Adolphe Bouguereau, French artist, 1900

William-Adolphe Bouguereau, French artist, 1900. A photograph from Album de Photographies dans L Intimite de Personnages Illustres, 1865-1905, 4th album, Editions MD, Paris

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: Charity or The Indigent Family, 1865, (1912). Artist: William-Adolphe Bouguereau

Charity or The Indigent Family, 1865, (1912). Artist: William-Adolphe Bouguereau
Charity or The Indigent Family, 1865, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings, with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, (London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: The Birth of Venus, 1879. Artist: William-Adolphe Bouguereau

The Birth of Venus, 1879. Artist: William-Adolphe Bouguereau
The Birth of Venus, 1879. Located in the collection at, Musee d Orsay, Paris, France

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: Young Girl Defending Herself Eros William Adolphe

Young Girl Defending Herself Eros William Adolphe
A Young Girl Defending Herself against Eros; William Adolphe Bouguereau (French, 1825 - 1905); about 1880; Oil on canvas; 81.6 × 57.8 cm (32 1, 8 × 22 3, 4 in.)

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: William-Adolphe Bouguereau (1825 - 1905) French academic painter Love on the Look Out

William-Adolphe Bouguereau (1825 - 1905) French academic painter Love on the Look Out (1890)

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: William-Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905). Colored engraving

William-Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905). Colored engraving
William-Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905). French painter. Engraving in The Spanish and American Illustration, 1889. Colored

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: A young girl, Bouguereau, William Adolphe, 1825-1905, Children eating & drinking

A young girl, Bouguereau, William Adolphe, 1825-1905, Children eating & drinking, 1900, Cats at play, Lambert, Lewis Eugene, 1825-1900, Cats, Clocks & watches, 1900

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: Orestes pursued by the Furies, 1862, Bouguereau, William Adolphe, 1825-1905, Myths, 1900

Orestes pursued by the Furies, 1862, Bouguereau, William Adolphe, 1825-1905, Myths, 1900

Background imageWilliam Adolphe Collection: The Virgin with Angels, 1900. William-Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905) French academic painter

The Virgin with Angels, 1900. William-Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905) French academic painter. Virgin enthroned, holding infant Jesus, surrounded by adoring angels. Religion Christian


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William-Adolphe Bouguereau was a renowned French artist who lived from 1825 to 1905. His works spanned various genres and themes, showcasing his exceptional talent and versatility. One of Bouguereau's notable masterpieces is "Dante and Virgil in Hell, " painted in 1850. This captivating artwork depicts the famous characters from Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy, illustrating their journey through the depths of hell. Bouguereau's attention to detail and skillful brushwork bring this scene to life, capturing the intensity and darkness of the infernal realm. In addition to his classical subjects, Bouguereau also excelled in portraying everyday scenes with remarkable realism. "The Proposal, " created in 1872, showcases his ability to capture tender moments between individuals. The painting portrays a couple engaged in an intimate conversation, their emotions beautifully conveyed through subtle gestures and expressions. Bouguereau's love for depicting familial bonds is evident in works such as "Breton Brother and Sister" (1871) and "Young Mother Gazing at Her Child" (1871). These paintings exude warmth and affection as they portray siblings sharing a moment or a mother adoringly looking at her child. Through these pieces, Bouguereau captures the essence of innocence, love, and familial connection. Another theme that frequently appeared throughout Bouguereau's oeuvre was mythology. In "Cupid and Psyche" (1889), he presents a romantic portrayal of these iconic figures from ancient Greek mythology. The delicate rendering of their forms combined with vibrant colors creates an ethereal atmosphere that enchants viewers. Bouguereau also explored social issues through art; one example being "Charity or The Indigent Family" (1865). This poignant piece highlights the plight of impoverished families during that era while emphasizing compassion towards those less fortunate.