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His academic studies prepared him well for his chosen subject matter, historical figurative works set in the 16th and 17th centuries. The late 19th century saw a resurgence of interest in this period of elegance. His paintings were sought after the world over. He combined his technical precision, learned in his anatomy classes at the Academy, with the new theories on color and technique that were being explored by the Impressionists. His paintings often feature large figures created with a colorful palette and open brush stroke, while keeping true to the academic traditions of anatomical correctness.
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