Eugène Delacroix, born on April 26, 1798, was a French Romantic artist known for his emphasis on color and movement, drawing inspiration from Rubens and the Venetian Renaissance. His dramatic and romantic works often featured exotic themes, influenced by his travels to North Africa and his admiration for Lord Byron's sublime nature.
Delacroix is regarded as the leader of the French Romantic school, leaving a lasting impact on the development of 19th-century art.
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