Artist Jean-Leon Gerome

Jean-Leon Gerome was the son of a goldsmith who discouraged him to join the painting studio of a Parisian artist. He worked in France for a while, selling religious cards before moving to Italy.

About Jean-Leon Gerome: The French Artist,Jean-Leon Gerome was Born at Vesoul, France.The range of his works included historical painting, Greek mythology, portraits, Orientalism and other subjects, bringing the Academic painting tradition to an artistic climax.Jean-Leon Gerome paintings and sculptures are exhibited in many museums and public art galleries. Read The Bio...