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Antoine VollonFrench painter
Date of Birth: 20.04.1833
Country:  France |
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Early Life and Education
Antoine Vollon was born in Lyon, France, in 1833 to a craftsman. He began his artistic training under Jean-Georges Vibert at the École des Beaux-Arts in Lyon. In 1859, he moved to Paris and became a student of Augustin Théodule Ribot.
Influences and Style
Vollon was heavily influenced by Dutch still life painters of the 17th century. He initially focused on depicting inanimate objects such as flowers, kitchenware, and animals. Later, he expanded his subject matter to include landscapes and genre scenes. His paintings are characterized by strong colorism and a bold execution.
Personal Life
In 1860, Vollon married Marie-Fanny Boucher. They had two children, Alexis and Marguerite. Vollon died on August 27, 1900, and was buried in the Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris.
Notable Works
Some of Vollon's most famous works include:"Curiosities"
"War Armor"
"The Cook" (a life-size figure)
"Corner of My Workshop"
"At the Market"
"After the Ball"
"Meat Bench"
Critical Reception
Émile Zola criticized Vollon for lacking true realism in his paintings. He believed that Vollon's realism lay only in the choice of crude subjects, but that it lacked the vitality and depth to bring his characters to life.
