Henry Scheffer

Henry Scheffer was a French painter born on September 25, 1798, in The Hague, Netherlands, and he died on March 15, 1862, in Paris, France. He was associated with the Romantic art movement, which emphasized emotion and individualism, often in response to the rationalism of the Enlightenment. Scheffer was the younger brother of the more renowned painter Ary Scheffer, and he studied under the tutelage of Pierre-Narcisse Guérin, a prominent figure in the Romantic movement. Throughout his career, Henry Scheffer was known for his historical and portrait paintings, contributing to the cultural milieu of 19th-century France. His works were exhibited at the Paris Salon, where he gained recognition for his skillful compositions and attention to detail. Despite being overshadowed by his brother, Henry Scheffer's contributions to Romanticism remain a testament to his artistic prowess and dedication.