Émile Friant
French artist (1863–1932) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Émile Friant (16 April 1863 – 9 June 1932)[1] was a French artist.
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Émile Friant | |
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Born | (1863-04-16)16 April 1863 Dieuze, France |
Died | 9 June 1932(1932-06-09) (aged 69) Paris, France |
Known for | Painting, drawing |
Movement | Realism |
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Friant was born in the commune of Dieuze. He would later be forced to flee to Nancy by the encroachment of the Kingdom of Prussia's soldiers. He exhibited paintings throughout his lifetime at the Paris Salon.
Friant created works in charcoal, oil, and other media. He also used photographs to prepare finished paintings.[2]