About Alexandre Hesse
Lived 1806 – 1879 (aged 72). Alexandre Hesse was a French painter.
Alexandre Jean Baptiste Hesse (1806 – 1879), was a French painter.
Biography He was born in Paris as the son of Henri-Joseph Hesse, a portrait and miniature painter. He attended the École des Beaux-Arts there where he was taught by Jean-Victor Bertin and Antoine Jean Gros. In 1830 he visited Venice and is known for portraits and religious works. He died in Paris.
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Who was Alexandre Hesse?
painter from France (1806-1879)
When was Alexandre Hesse born?
Alexandre Hesse was born on 30 December 1806 in Paris.
When did Alexandre Hesse die?
Alexandre Hesse died on 7 August 1879 in Paris.
What was Alexandre Hesse's occupation?
Alexandre Hesse was a painter.
What nationality was Alexandre Hesse?
Alexandre Hesse was French.
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