September 28 in Art History
2 real events recorded on September 28, the earliest from 1749. 1 artist was born , 1 died on this date.
Born on this day 1
- 1823 Born
Born this day: Alexandre Cabanel
Alexandre Cabanel, born on September 28, 1823, was a French painter known for his historical, classical, and religious subjects in the academic style, as well as his portraits. He was a prominent artist of the Second Empire, favored by Napoleon III.
Cabanel's work remains a testament to the enduring influence of academic art in 19th-century France.
Died on this day 1
- 1749 Died
Died this day: Georg Cristoph Grooth
Georg Christoph Grooth was a German painter known for his portraits of Russian royalty, including Elizabeth of Russia and Peter III. His work captures the essence of 18th-century European aristocracy. On September 28, 1749, Grooth passed away, leaving behind a legacy of detailed and intricate paintings that offer a glimpse into the lives of Imperial Russia's elite.
Grooth's portraits remain significant examples of 18th-century European portraiture, particularly in the context of Russian imperial history.
