François Joseph Heim

François Joseph Heim was a French painter born in 1787 and active until his death in 1865. He was a prominent figure in the Neoclassicism movement, known for his historical and mythological subjects. Heim studied under Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres and gained recognition for his works that often depicted scenes of military and national significance. He was appointed as a professor at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, influencing a new generation of artists. His contributions to the Neoclassical style helped to solidify its prominence in 19th-century French art. Specific details about his early life and training remain largely unknown.