1880
Phèdre (Alexandre Cabanel, 1880)
Alexandre Cabanel (1823–1889) made Phèdre. It dates from 1880. It is kept at Petit Palais in Paris, France. It measures 37 × 55.5 cm.
- 1880
- 37 × 55.5 cm
- Petit Palais, Paris
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StatsPhèdre: the essentials
- Title
- Phèdre
- Artist
- Alexandre Cabanel (1823–1889)
- Artist born in
- Montpellier, France
- Date
- 1880
- Dimensions
- 37 × 55.5 cm
- Where to see it
- Petit Palais, Paris, France
Which museum holds Phèdre?
Petit Palais
Paris, France
A Parisian Oasis of Artistic Grandeur: Exploring Musée du Petit Palais Nestled in the heart of Paris, Musée du Petit Palais stands as a testament to Belle Époque elegance and artistic ambition. Constructed for the 1900 Exposition Universelle – an event that cemented Paris’s reputation as the world's cultural capital – this magnificent building wasn’t merely intended to showcase art; it was conceived as an embodiment of Parisian ideals, reflecting the spirit of innovation and refined taste. Today, it houses a captivating collection spanning from antiquity through the early 20th century, offering visitors a journey through European artistic history.
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Alexandre Cabanel, Phèdre (1880), Petit Palais. Public domain.
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Is Alexandre Cabanel, creator of "Phèdre", known under other names?
Alexandre Cabanel appears under the alternate names Alexander Cabanel, A. Cabanel, Alex Cabanel, Cabanel, ألكسندر كابانيل.
How old was Alexandre Cabanel when creating "Phèdre" in 1880?
When "Phèdre" was created in 1880, Alexandre Cabanel - born in 1823 - was 57 years old.
What is the dominant color of "Phèdre" by Alexandre Cabanel?
rosy brown (#a59480) is the leading color of "Phèdre" by Alexandre Cabanel.
What color harmony does "Phèdre" by Alexandre Cabanel display?
"Phèdre" by Alexandre Cabanel displays a softly mixed palette color harmony.
What is the creation date of "Phèdre" by Alexandre Cabanel?
"Phèdre" by Alexandre Cabanel was created in 1880.
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What catalogue / inventory number identifies "Phèdre"?
the Petit Palais lists "Phèdre" as inventory number PDUT1500.
Who created "Phèdre"?
The artist behind "Phèdre" is Alexandre Cabanel. The work is catalogued under Alexandre Cabanel's name.
Is there a factsheet about "Phèdre" by Alexandre Cabanel for students?
The Guide page of "Phèdre" by Alexandre Cabanel offers a printable two-sheet factsheet: the artwork with its identity table, a decade band placing it in the artist's lifetime, other works by the artist, the measured color palette, and ready-to-copy citations in four styles.
About the artist, Alexandre Cabanel
1823–1889, France
Alexandre Cabanel
Early Life, Family and Artistic Training Alexandre Cabanel was born on September 28, 1823, in Montpellier, France. He grew up in a modest household as the son of a carpenter. While his family's daily life was rooted in manual labor and craftsmanship, the young boy possessed a natural inclination toward drawing. By the age of ten, his talent was clear enough that he began formal instruction at the local art school in Montpellier.
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The Birth of Venus1863
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Paradise Lost (also known as The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from the Garden of Paradise)1867
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