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Theodore Gericault 1791-1824

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Born in Rouen, France, he studied with Guerin and was a great admirer of the 17th century Flemish Schools.  Unorthodox and realistic scenes, his art was criticized.  Later he painted racing and landscape scenes.

KEY WORKS
The Raft of the Medusa - LOUVRE - Paris
Officer of the Guard on Horseback 1812 - LOUVRE Paris
Kleptomaniac c1822 - Museum of Fine Arts Ghent
Anatomical Pieces 1818 - Musee Fabre Montpellier

Unfortunately this ARTIST's page is on hold at present
as we can no longer source examples of his art*