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Félix-Auguste Clément

1826 – 1888

French painter

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About Félix-Auguste Clément

Lived 1826 – 1888 (aged 61). Félix-Auguste Clément was a French painter.

Félix Auguste Clément (20 May 1826 – 2 February 1888) was a French painter, known primarily for his Orientalist scenes.

Biography Clément was born in Donzère. His first studies were at the École nationale des beaux-arts de Lyon with Jean-Claude Bonnefond. In 1848, he entered the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, where he studied with Michel Martin Drolling and François-Édouard Picot. He was awarded the Prix de Rome in 1856 for his painting of the return of young Tobias.

He died in Algiers, where he had spent the winter attempting to restore his health.

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Important facts

Born
20 May 1826, Donzère
Birth century
19th century
Died
2 February 1888, Cherchell
Occupation
Painter
Nationality
France
Education
French Academy in Rome, Beaux-Arts de Paris
Awards
Prix de Rome
Also known as
Felix Auguste Clement, Félix Auguste Clément

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Félix-Auguste Clément?

French painter (1826-1888)

When was Félix-Auguste Clément born?

Félix-Auguste Clément was born on 20 May 1826 in Donzère.

When did Félix-Auguste Clément die?

Félix-Auguste Clément died on 2 February 1888 in Cherchell.

What was Félix-Auguste Clément's occupation?

Félix-Auguste Clément was a painter.

What nationality was Félix-Auguste Clément?

Félix-Auguste Clément was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Félix-Auguste Clément

· Wikidata: Q4223261

· DBpedia: Félix Auguste Clément

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